Two roses and dogrose berries 1953

Pyotr Konchalovsky painted "Two Roses and Dogrose Berries" with oil on canvas, though the date of its creation remains unknown. Konchalovsky came of age as an artist in a revolutionary era in Russia. As a member of the Jack of Diamonds group, he embraced a bold, avant-garde style, challenging the traditional artistic norms. Konchalovsky sought to capture the essence of life and nature. In this piece, the delicate roses contrast with the wild dogrose berries, which creates a tension between cultivated beauty and untamed nature. His paintings often reflect a deep connection to the Russian landscape and a celebration of its beauty. The vibrant colors evoke the emotional experience of encountering nature, which suggests a celebration of life's simple pleasures. Konchalovsky offers us a moment of reflection on the beauty found in the everyday.