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 Portrait of AuroraAlexei L. Antonov Alexei L. Antonov desires to revive and expand the techniques of great Renaissance masters and spearhead a new artistic Renaissance in the modern era. He has created a colossal array of still life paintings, which are filled with vibrant color and ornate, luxurious detail. Mr. Antonov has also developed an elaborate technique of realistic portraitu... (See the whole comment)
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 Silver BowlAlexei L. Antonov This is yet another work by Mr. Antonov, painted with vivid realism, to the extent that these fruits represent the essence and the ideal of their kind, as proper art should strive to portray. The logical ornamentation, the masterful depiction of light and shadow, and the abundance of detail in this painting almost cause one to hunger for the fruits... (See the whole comment)
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 Spark PlugAlexei L. Antonov This painting illustrates a mastery of technique capable of depicting the rays of brilliant yellow-orange light radiating throughout the chamber and particularly emphasizing a full and intricately portrayed rose. Mr. Antonov truly takes the techniques of Renaissance and Classical masters a step further, as can be seen in a grand showing of ... (See the whole comment)
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 Oil Painting 25Alexei L. Antonov This Antonov painting depicts luxurious pink grapes hanging from an elegant vase. The fruits elicit a joyous and vibrant color and convey this general impression while remaining individually unique and shaded in a myriad of varieties. The pomegranate and peach supplement the scene with additional bright color, elaborate texture, and detail. ... (See the whole comment)
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 The Guitar PlayerJohannes Vermeer The lady in this painting is not the typical modern pop-entertainer. She is delicate, elegantly dressed, and genuinely appreciative of fine music, as evidenced in her curious and almost beaming eyes. Quite fittingly, in her background is a painting of a landscape with lush growth and bright colors. Not only does it further reinforce the theme of th... (See the whole comment)
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 The ConcertJohannes Vermeer This musical group is performing in an atmosfere filled with good taste. A checkered tile floor, with geometric designs incorporated into it, once again manages to show Vermeer's hallmark, contrast with colors. The room itself is filled with art, from paintings on the wall to the inside cover of the piano. Other instruments are in the vicinity, ind... (See the whole comment)
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 Oil Painting 24Alexei L. Antonov An ornamented teapot stands in the center, in front of a pure white curtain, ornamented with leaves and exhibiting folds that can compete in detail with those of any real curtain. On a polished wooden table stands a porcelain cup, along with fruits. Objects pertaining to consumption of tea are prevalent in Antonov's still life, depicting a legacy o... (See the whole comment)
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 Death of SocratesJacques-Louis David The great man, the questioner of premises and originator of some of the first chains of logical thoughts, meets his demise in this painting from the cup of hemlock imposed upon him by majority vote of the Athenian High Court. He remains true to his convictions to the end and, despite the despair and grief of his admirer, stands out as the most resi... (See the whole comment)
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 Air Force and Bald EagleHarry Roolaart An F-16 fighter jet is projected outward, in the direction of the viewer, flying away from a gigantic bald eagle draped in the American Flag. "Sleeping Giant Awakens" had portrayed the same eagle, a symbol of the resilient American spirit, rise from the rubble of 9/11. Presently it is the source of America's military response against its savage foe... (See the whole comment)
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 Atlas Does Not ShrugHarry Roolaart This work is a demonstration of the resilience that should rightly characterize America's response to terrorism. Atlas is in the foreground, holding up, not the world, but a gigantic American flag, indicating the eternal vigilance and effort required to sustain a free society. The rising bald eagle glances at Atlas with a sharp supervision; in all ... (See the whole comment)
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 Basic ShelterQuent Cordair This painting, especially when integrated with its title, is a portrayal of the dignity that befits a rational creator man. The gleaming white villa with ornate gardens surrounding it is referred to as "basic shelter," just the beginning of the standard of living that the productive man should aspire to and expect. The glance at this expansive and ... (See the whole comment)
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 Oil Painting 22Alexei L. Antonov The utilization of color in this work is exquisite. The various shades of red, manifested by the pomegranate, the liquor bottle, the tablecloth, and the background are juxtaposed with green from the grapes and the melon. This painting is replete with detailed variety, also featuring two roses and a decorated vase. ... (See the whole comment)
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 The Gods of MarsMichael Whelan This is a striking piece of art from well known fantasy artist Michael Whelan. He did this piece as a book cover for 'The Gods Of Mars'. The image shows a naked man surrounded by alien creatures with angry postures. Yet even in this alien environment, the man is in control of the situation, as shown by fact that he's driving a sword through one ... (See the whole comment)
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 Mario Lanza MuralDiane Keller Thank you, Chris and Lindsey, for sharing your passion for Mario Lanza. I live in Philly, a few blocks away from this mural. While I am not familiar with his music, I can understand now why this mural exists.
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 ComposedNewberry Hello all, Just finished this, one of many works I am doing, getting ready for a big exhibition. Michael
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 KissingAlex Grey In reviewing the artwork on this site, I was surprised not to see Alex Grey's work on here. Many may label it 'new age' or 'super natural' but after visiting his Temple of Sacred Mirrors in NYC, meeting him in person and hearing several talks he has given, I find his work utterly grounded in the greatness and potential of humankind. His work is a... (See the whole comment)
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 Motive ForceBryan Larsen I won't belabor Larsen's talent here, given the number of his works already on this site! But I had to post my other purchase. I will say that my favorite part of this painting (among many) is Dagny's hand on the blue-green rail. So much is contained there, and it clearly, beautifully says "mine." I also like the countryside behind, because it's no... (See the whole comment)
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 Stoned FaceA. Robert Malcom Even in the seriousness of Art, there is humor, wherein, thru subtle and not so subtle usage, there shows the sense of malevolency in its proper format, almost as if the same used in political illustratings. Note the bored look, the drool off the tongue, the patient stoneness of the outer, with the intimacy of the inner. It is the first in a seri... (See the whole comment)
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 Project: Holiday Home - Ground FloorPeter Cresswell When considering a work of architecture you should definitely and as a minimum examine the floor plan and understand it. Architecture is a three-dimensional art, and proper appreciation of it only comes with appreciation of a work's three-dimensions. As Le Corbusier used to say, the plan is the generator. The plan is analogous to the musica... (See the whole comment)
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 DIMINISHING RETURNSFrank O'Connor A painting by Frank O'Connor. When I saw this painting in the companion book to AYN RAND: A SENSE OF LIFE, I fell in love with it immediately. It is playful, and seems to me like an attempt at a benevolent answer to Salvidor Dali. With all the talk about the new book THE PASSION OF AYN RAND'S CRITICS, and how Rand would have felt about it, i... (See the whole comment)
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