Roman Zhuk

Roman Zhuk (1955) — is a Ukrainian artist known for his work in the styles of metaphysical realism and surrealism. His art is distinguished by meticulous attention to detail, profound symbolism, and a fusion of realistic technique with elements of the unreal. He creates a unique artistic space where ordinary objects acquire new meanings and unexpected interpretations.

«Red Still Life with a Bottle» is built on subtle nuances of red tones. The artist forgoes traditional techniques of volume depiction in favor of the metaphysical significance of objects. The composition is simplified yet rich in subtext, prompting the viewer to contemplate the hidden relationships between the objects.

The late 1970s — marked the formation of Zhuk’s artistic language, when painting became an oasis of existential detachment for him. He actively explored still life as a genre, endowing it with new figurative qualities. During this period, he employed a minimalist approach to form and a deep color palette to create emotionally charged and conceptually layered images.