Sudack. Signs of the times 1983

"Sudack. Signs of the times" is a 1983 painting by Ukrainian artist Yuriy Khymych (1928-2003). The painting depicts a building with a mural that features a mermaid, dolphins, and three figures sailing. The scene is set against a backdrop of a mountain, suggesting a coastal location. The vibrant colors and simplified forms of the figures give the painting a distinctive style characteristic of Khymych's work. The mural itself serves as a powerful symbol of the times, reflecting the spirit of optimism and progress prevalent in Soviet society during the 1980s.