Pavlo Bedzir

Pavlo Bedzir (1926-2002) was a Ukrainian artist, painter, and graphic artist, one of the leaders of the artistic underground in Zakarpattia. He began his artistic journey with realistic painting and drawing, later transitioning to graphic symbolism, abstraction, and mystical imagery. His work combines complex rhythmic compositions, archetypal symbols, and philosophical depth.

The painting "Masks in the Forest" conveys the dynamics of time, a sense of change, and spiritual searching. The composition is built on the interaction of graphic elements that create an effect of movement, cyclicality, and inner tension. The visual language of the work resonates with the ideas of an era when art transcended traditional forms, exploring the connections between space, time, and human consciousness.

This period in Bedzir’s artistic career was marked by experimentation and the rethinking of art as a meditative process. His works are distinguished by their multilayered nature and deep symbolism, making them significant in the context of Ukrainian modernism.