Description

Dream Fragments. City Garden. Day 900 is a captivating piece from Artem Pogribnyy’s ongoing Dream Fragments series, a deeply personal exploration of memory and longing inspired by the artist’s experiences during the war in Ukraine. Created in 2024, this work continues Pogribnyy’s reflection on the dreams that offer solace amidst conflict, each painting tied to a specific day of the war. Here, on day 900, the artist evokes a bittersweet nostalgia for the harmony of pre-war life, blending the tangible with the surreal. The painting portrays an urban landscape with classical architectural elements—buildings with arched windows and domed roofs—set against a reflective blue surface that suggests a dreamlike distortion of reality. Above, a vibrant burst of flowers in full bloom emerges, as if the city itself is transforming into a garden, symbolizing hope and renewal amidst destruction. Pogribnyy’s signature “urban architectural romanticism” is evident in the meticulous rendering of architectural forms, while his modernist approach, influenced by surrealists like René Magritte, introduces optical illusions and fragmented compositions that challenge the viewer’s perception. The soft, muted palette of blues and beiges contrasts with the vivid floral explosion, creating a delicate balance of melancholy and beauty. Executed in a modernist style with surrealist undertones, this piece invites viewers into Pogribnyy’s dreamworld, where memory and imagination intertwine. It’s an ideal acquisition for collectors who appreciate emotionally resonant art that bridges the real and the fantastical, offering a profound meditation on resilience and the enduring power of beauty. #ArtemPogribnyy, #DreamFragments, #UkrainianArt, #Modernism, #Surrealism, #ContemporaryPainting, #UrbanRomanticism, #ArtDuringWar, #SmaltaArtGallery, #Artsy