Yaroslav Ponomarenko (1982) - Juicy Apple
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Juicy Apple is a 30 × 20 cm oil painting from Ukraine, created in 2026, a still life in hyperrealist style by Yaroslav Ponomarenko, signed, original and in excellent condition.
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A refined still-life painting depicting a ripe red apple resting on a dark surface, accompanied by delicate leaves and a slender stem. The rich crimson tones of the fruit contrast beautifully with the deep blue-grey background, while the subtle highlights and carefully rendered textures create a sense of volume and realism.
The restrained composition and atmospheric palette give the work a quiet, contemplative quality, allowing the apple to become the central focus. The painting demonstrates a thoughtful approach to still-life subject matter, combining traditional observation with a distinctive, moody aesthetic.
Artwork details:
• Artist: Yaroslav Panomarenko
• Title: Juicy Apple
• Year: 2026
• Medium: Oil on fiberboard
• Dimensions: 30 × 20 cm
• Original artwork
• Signed by the artist
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Yaroslav Ponomarenko (b. 1982, Kharkiv, Ukraine) is a contemporary painter whose practice is grounded in the technical discipline and visual language of European Old Master traditions.
Trained at the Kharkiv Art Lyceum and later at the National Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture in Kyiv, Ponomarenko developed a rigorous approach to drawing, composition, and pictorial structure. His work reflects an ongoing engagement with historical methods, informed by extended study of classical painting techniques and the material processes of European schools.
Working primarily within still life and symbolic composition, he focuses on the precise observation of natural forms, often isolating modest subjects and rendering them with a heightened sense of clarity and restraint. Light and tonal construction play a central role in his practice, allowing objects to emerge gradually from subdued atmospheric grounds.
Alongside his studio work, Ponomarenko has been active as an educator, contributing to the transmission of classical techniques through structured teaching and research. This dual engagement with practice and pedagogy informs a body of work that is both technically exacting and conceptually measured.
His paintings situate themselves within a contemporary revival of classical realism, where historical continuity is approached not as imitation, but as a disciplined and evolving language.
Yaroslav Ponomarenko is represented by Havisham & Co., where his paintings are introduced to collectors through curated sales and selected auction placements.
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Havisham & Co.
Havisham & Co. is a London-based fine art agency representing contemporary artists whose work engages with heritage, symbolism, and classical craftsmanship. The agency facilitates the placement of original artworks through curated sales, private transactions, and selected international auction platforms.
Instagram: @havishamco
Website: www.havishamco.com
Email: info@havishamco.com
International shipments may be subject to customs duties and import taxes, which are determined by local authorities and are the responsibility of the buyer.
Seller's Story
Havisham & Co. was founded on the belief that contemporary art can still carry a sense of heritage. Working from London, we collaborate closely with a small group of artists whose practices are informed by classical balance, symbolism, and material depth. Havisham & Co. was founded on the belief that contemporary art can still carry a sense of heritage. Working from London, we collaborate closely with a small group of artists whose practices are informed by classical balance, symbolism, and material depth.
Instagram: havishamco
A refined still-life painting depicting a ripe red apple resting on a dark surface, accompanied by delicate leaves and a slender stem. The rich crimson tones of the fruit contrast beautifully with the deep blue-grey background, while the subtle highlights and carefully rendered textures create a sense of volume and realism.
The restrained composition and atmospheric palette give the work a quiet, contemplative quality, allowing the apple to become the central focus. The painting demonstrates a thoughtful approach to still-life subject matter, combining traditional observation with a distinctive, moody aesthetic.
Artwork details:
• Artist: Yaroslav Panomarenko
• Title: Juicy Apple
• Year: 2026
• Medium: Oil on fiberboard
• Dimensions: 30 × 20 cm
• Original artwork
• Signed by the artist
⸻
Yaroslav Ponomarenko (b. 1982, Kharkiv, Ukraine) is a contemporary painter whose practice is grounded in the technical discipline and visual language of European Old Master traditions.
Trained at the Kharkiv Art Lyceum and later at the National Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture in Kyiv, Ponomarenko developed a rigorous approach to drawing, composition, and pictorial structure. His work reflects an ongoing engagement with historical methods, informed by extended study of classical painting techniques and the material processes of European schools.
Working primarily within still life and symbolic composition, he focuses on the precise observation of natural forms, often isolating modest subjects and rendering them with a heightened sense of clarity and restraint. Light and tonal construction play a central role in his practice, allowing objects to emerge gradually from subdued atmospheric grounds.
Alongside his studio work, Ponomarenko has been active as an educator, contributing to the transmission of classical techniques through structured teaching and research. This dual engagement with practice and pedagogy informs a body of work that is both technically exacting and conceptually measured.
His paintings situate themselves within a contemporary revival of classical realism, where historical continuity is approached not as imitation, but as a disciplined and evolving language.
Yaroslav Ponomarenko is represented by Havisham & Co., where his paintings are introduced to collectors through curated sales and selected auction placements.
⸻
Havisham & Co.
Havisham & Co. is a London-based fine art agency representing contemporary artists whose work engages with heritage, symbolism, and classical craftsmanship. The agency facilitates the placement of original artworks through curated sales, private transactions, and selected international auction platforms.
Instagram: @havishamco
Website: www.havishamco.com
Email: info@havishamco.com
International shipments may be subject to customs duties and import taxes, which are determined by local authorities and are the responsibility of the buyer.
Seller's Story
Havisham & Co. was founded on the belief that contemporary art can still carry a sense of heritage. Working from London, we collaborate closely with a small group of artists whose practices are informed by classical balance, symbolism, and material depth. Havisham & Co. was founded on the belief that contemporary art can still carry a sense of heritage. Working from London, we collaborate closely with a small group of artists whose practices are informed by classical balance, symbolism, and material depth.
Instagram: havishamco
Details
Artist
Yaroslav Ponomarenko (1982)
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Juicy Apple
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
Ukraine
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
30 cm
Width
20 cm
Depiction/theme
Still life
Style
Hyperrealism
Period
2020+
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