- Vladimir Rusinov
Highly acclaimed engraving artist Vladimir Rusinov's lifelong passion has been inspired by engraving the mythological canvases of 18th Century Master Painter Peter Paul Rubens with original wood grains. Pushing the limits of wood, Rusinov's style combines time-honored techniques with his own innovative approach. The handcrafted engravings showcase the mythical and regal subjects of Rubens in their natural state with delicately engraved wings and hands reaching out towards one another, escaping the confines of a flat surface. He works with a meticulous layout and attention to detail displaying sculpted overlays, and heavy damascene. He draws from metaphorical elements found in each painting and focuses on the iconography and message that transpires within each. His dedicated expression and appreciation to bringing these works to life through sculpture offer a unique experience of these traditionally honored masterpieces.
“I have today created a New Art-Brand: Paintings of P.P.Rubens (17-18th century) The canvases of Rubens in J.M.Nattie engravings (18th century ) I've become the follower and continuator voluntarily of worldwide known French master of engraving J.M.Nattie (18th century ), which immortalized huge amount of canvases in his stunning engravings. Today, in honor and respect to P. P. Rubens, a new branch appeared with continuation in ART but in sculpture.”
Description of 'Happy Reign'
“Peter Paul Rubens pictured Maria Medici in the image of Justice, a Goddess of jurisdiction and fairness. In her left hand, she is holding a scepter, and in her right hand- scales. On the right side stands Gallia with a male stature that symbolizes wealth that abounded Medici's Yard. Wealth and abundance also impersonate two women standing on the left side of the composition and holding laurel branches and coins, which symbolize a Success. Near the throne's elevation, there are three paths (little kids) with attributes of the arts. Using three lying male figures, Rubens presumed to embody Ignorance, Gossip, and Malice, which began to unroot in Maria Medici's royal court.”