"War Still Life" in Contemporary Ukrainian Art

Федорець, С.В. and Братусь, Іван Вікторович (2024) "War Still Life" in Contemporary Ukrainian Art Молодий вчений (6). pp. 37-41. ISSN 2304-5809

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Abstract

The article examines the phenomenon of “military still life” as a special subgenre of mysticism. Military still life is a new art form that emerged in the context of the war that began in 2022. This is not just a visual depiction of objects, but a symbolic representation of life, a psychological one, and a view of the military in the hour of war. The historical changes in the origins of this phenomenon, its aesthetic and semantic effects, as well as the influx of trench realities on the creative activity of soldiers and artists are analyzed. Particular respect is given to the interpretation of the military still life as a form of mystical testimony about the war and a way of preserving the memory of the everyday life of military actions. Current Ukrainian artists integrate military elements into still life ї paraphernalia – helmets, body armor, shells, cartridges, as well as trash items that are known from the ruins Who changed the values due to the rise of military time. With such symbolism, artists always demonstrate the complexity and depth of feeling that is expressed during the hour of war, highlighting those losses, memory, pain, and even hope for the world. Military still life in the context of a new military context, calls to transform war artifacts into documents of the era. The artistic form is identified in different ways before the war and in a way of preserving the memory of everyday life through the prism of mysticism. The focus of the investigation is artistic abilities, which help re-interpret the genre of still life as a way of comprehending the war, advancement and resilience of the Ukrainian people. The article also emphasizes the significance of the military still life as preserving the memory of tragic and heroic events. The genre demonstrates the authenticity of Ukrainian mystique in adapting traditional forms of depiction to new realities, creating emotionally charged creations that may be of greater importance for marriage and future generations. The article also shows the infusion of the military still life into the emotions of the war's gaze. In order to achieve such creativity, Mitzi wants not only to show the harsh reality, but also to promote empathy, as well as understanding. Such works, like “military still lifes,” act as visible chronicles of reality, preserving thoughts about the heroic struggle and human tragedies that may be sensitive and reasonable to the coming generations.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: military still life; Ukrainian fine art
Subjects: Статті у базах даних > Index Copernicus
Divisions: Факультет образотворчого мистецтва і дизайну > Кафедра образотворчого мистецтва
Depositing User: доцент Іван Братусь
Date Deposited: 16 Dec 2024 12:54
Last Modified: 16 Dec 2024 12:54
URI: https://elibrary.kubg.edu.ua/id/eprint/50629

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