Zenovii Flinta

Zenovii Flinta (1935 – 1988) is a Ukrainian artist, and ceramist. He worked in monumental and easel painting, graphics, and artistic ceramics. He studied the practices of the European avant-garde and worked with the subconscious and archetypes of various cultures. He formulated his language of plastic associations based on existential philosophy. He often addressed the theme of nature as something eternal, the harmony of man and nature. Mountains and seascapes frequently appear in his work. Zenovi Flinta took an active part in artistic projects, in particular abroad: in 1973, he was awarded an honorary diploma from the International Biennale of Ceramics in Faenza, Italy, and in 1974, the artist's works were exhibited at the International Biennale of Ceramics in Valorice, France. The works of Zenov Flint are kept in museums in Ukraine, and numerous private collections are found in Ukraine, Canada, the USA, and France. 

The artist's artistic language is symbolic, often reflecting his inner state. In the work «Boats», Zenovii Flinta refers to loneliness. The image of a boat is a metaphor for life's journey, the passage of time. The boat, which occupies almost the entire composition space, represents a person. She wanders alone among quiet, calm water and seeks to find harmony and inner peace.