Artur Sudak (1965) - The Companion
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Artur Sudak presents The Companion, a 2026 original oil painting (oil on canvas) measuring 60 by 80 cm from Poland, signed with a handwritten signature and with a signature on the plate, in pristine condition and sold directly by the artist, depicting a seascape.
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“Towarzysz” is a unique, extraordinarily expressive oil painting by Artur Sudak from 2026. This artwork reveals a completely new, subversive face of magical realism, boldly entering the realm of refined grotesque, caricature, and anthropomorphism. The title gives the work an ambivalent, somewhat ironic context, forcing the viewer to enter into an intimate interaction with the painted figure.
In the center of the composition, on a rough, ochre-greenish background, stands an extraordinary being – a humanoid pig with strikingly rich, human-like facial expressions. The figure is characterized by a dynamically upstanding, almost rebellious tuft of hair on top of the head and large, high-raised ears that catch the surrounding light. The most important point of the work, however, are the protagonist’s eyes – intelligent, slightly narrowed, looking at the viewer from the side with a mix of irony, cunning, and joyful defiance. A broad, slightly mocking smile completes the image of a character with a strong, independent nature. The background of the painting has been treated in an extraordinarily painterly and dynamic way; deep browns, muted blues, and rusty reds intertwine, creating a dense, unsettling atmosphere that contrasts with the humorous undertone of the character itself.
Born in 1965. A painter, self-taught artist, graphic artist. He completed the painting and drawing program “Curso Practico de Dibujo Pintura Larousse,” and works in all possible styles, with a particular fascination for realism and romanticism. He seeks traces of the School of Fine Arts – “Ecole des Beaux-Arts.” A budding great painting talent, as evidenced by a body of over 2000 works. The artist’s works are known both in the country and abroad. He sells his paintings mainly to private collections.
In recent years, there have been several exhibitions, including:
In 2019, there was a solo exhibition at the Museum of Bolków Castle.
Outdoor exhibition of Artur Sudak’s paintings at the Center for Art Wilanów, May 2022
Opening of the exhibition “nothing about myself, i.e., surrealism, allaprima” at the Center for Art Wilanów, Warsaw, February 2023
Seller's Story
Born in 1965, he is a self-taught painter and graphic artist. He completed the "Curso Practico de Dibujo Pintura Larousse" course in painting and drawing. He works in all possible styles, with a particular fascination for realistic painting and Romanticism. He seeks traces of the School of Fine Arts, "École des Beaux-Arts." A burgeoning artistic talent, as evidenced by a portfolio of over 2,000 paintings. The artist's works are recognized both domestically and internationally and are primarily sold to private collections.
In recent years, several exhibitions have taken place, including:
In 2019, a solo exhibition was held at the Bolków Castle Museum.
An open-air painting exhibition by Artur Sudak at the Wilanów Art Center in May 2022.
The vernissage of the exhibition "Nothing About Myself, or Sur-realism, Alla Prima" at the Wilanów Art Center, Warsaw, February 2023.
For more about me and my work, visit my website (address provided on the stamp).
Translated by Google Translate“Towarzysz” is a unique, extraordinarily expressive oil painting by Artur Sudak from 2026. This artwork reveals a completely new, subversive face of magical realism, boldly entering the realm of refined grotesque, caricature, and anthropomorphism. The title gives the work an ambivalent, somewhat ironic context, forcing the viewer to enter into an intimate interaction with the painted figure.
In the center of the composition, on a rough, ochre-greenish background, stands an extraordinary being – a humanoid pig with strikingly rich, human-like facial expressions. The figure is characterized by a dynamically upstanding, almost rebellious tuft of hair on top of the head and large, high-raised ears that catch the surrounding light. The most important point of the work, however, are the protagonist’s eyes – intelligent, slightly narrowed, looking at the viewer from the side with a mix of irony, cunning, and joyful defiance. A broad, slightly mocking smile completes the image of a character with a strong, independent nature. The background of the painting has been treated in an extraordinarily painterly and dynamic way; deep browns, muted blues, and rusty reds intertwine, creating a dense, unsettling atmosphere that contrasts with the humorous undertone of the character itself.
Born in 1965. A painter, self-taught artist, graphic artist. He completed the painting and drawing program “Curso Practico de Dibujo Pintura Larousse,” and works in all possible styles, with a particular fascination for realism and romanticism. He seeks traces of the School of Fine Arts – “Ecole des Beaux-Arts.” A budding great painting talent, as evidenced by a body of over 2000 works. The artist’s works are known both in the country and abroad. He sells his paintings mainly to private collections.
In recent years, there have been several exhibitions, including:
In 2019, there was a solo exhibition at the Museum of Bolków Castle.
Outdoor exhibition of Artur Sudak’s paintings at the Center for Art Wilanów, May 2022
Opening of the exhibition “nothing about myself, i.e., surrealism, allaprima” at the Center for Art Wilanów, Warsaw, February 2023
Seller's Story
Born in 1965, he is a self-taught painter and graphic artist. He completed the "Curso Practico de Dibujo Pintura Larousse" course in painting and drawing. He works in all possible styles, with a particular fascination for realistic painting and Romanticism. He seeks traces of the School of Fine Arts, "École des Beaux-Arts." A burgeoning artistic talent, as evidenced by a portfolio of over 2,000 paintings. The artist's works are recognized both domestically and internationally and are primarily sold to private collections.
In recent years, several exhibitions have taken place, including:
In 2019, a solo exhibition was held at the Bolków Castle Museum.
An open-air painting exhibition by Artur Sudak at the Wilanów Art Center in May 2022.
The vernissage of the exhibition "Nothing About Myself, or Sur-realism, Alla Prima" at the Wilanów Art Center, Warsaw, February 2023.
For more about me and my work, visit my website (address provided on the stamp).
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Artist
Artur Sudak (1965)
Sold with frame
No
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
The Companion
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed, Plate signed
Country of origin
Poland
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
80 cm
Width
60 cm
Depiction/theme
Seascape
Style
Surrealism
Period
2020+
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