Over the Caspian Sea 1961

tahirsalahov

sky

oil painting

portrait reference

acrylic on canvas

portrait head and shoulder

water

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

portrait art

digital painting

fine art portrait

digital portrait

"Over the Caspian Sea" (1961) by Tahir Salahov is a striking realist painting capturing the industrial landscape of the Caspian Sea. The artwork depicts oil rigs and a helicopter, symbolizing the burgeoning oil industry of the Soviet Union. The stark, geometric forms of the oil rig contrast with the sweeping lines of the sky and sea, creating a dynamic composition. This piece highlights Salahov's skill in portraying the interplay between man and nature.