Mise-en-scène by Alexander Krasilshchikov, a contemplative pencil drawing depicting two figures whose contrasting gestures explore intimacy, emotional distance, and the delicate balance between conviction and compassion.

Mise-en-scène

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$69.00
$69.00
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Mise-en-scène by Alexander Krasilshchikov, a contemplative pencil drawing depicting two figures whose contrasting gestures explore intimacy, emotional distance, and the delicate balance between conviction and compassion.
  • Mise-en-scène by Alexander Krasilshchikov, a contemplative pencil drawing depicting two figures whose contrasting gestures explore intimacy, emotional distance, and the delicate balance between conviction and compassion.
  • Mise-en-scène by Alexander Krasilshchikov, a contemplative pencil drawing depicting two figures whose contrasting gestures explore intimacy, emotional distance, and the delicate balance between conviction and compassion.
Mise-en-scène

Mise-en-scène

$69.00
$69.00
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ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Mise-en-scène is one of the most quietly ironic works in the series. Rather than depicting a specific story, it presents a subtle drama of two people who share the same physical space while inhabiting different emotional realities.

The composition is built upon a delicate imbalance. The standing figure appears composed and self-assured, while the seated woman folds inward, preserving a space of inner dignity and emotional equilibrium. Their bodies seem close, yet the invisible distance between them becomes the true subject of the drawing. It is a conversation expressed entirely through posture, gesture, and silence.

Executed with remarkable economy, the drawing relies on only a few essential lines. Pencil strokes remain light and open, allowing the white paper itself to become part of the composition. Rather than describing every form, the artist suggests relationships, inviting the viewer to complete the emotional narrative through observation and reflection.

Despite its theatrical title, the work offers no accusation and no resolution. Instead, it is infused with quiet compassion. It reflects on the familiar human tendency for certainty, habit, or self-absorption to overshadow the living person standing beside us. Affection may still exist, yet genuine attentiveness has begun to fade.

The title provides the key to the work. Life itself often resembles a stage on which relationships are continually shaped by the position we choose to occupy. Sometimes the slightest shift in our place beside another person is enough to transform the entire scene. In this understated drawing, the artist reminds us that love is sustained not by conviction alone, but by the willingness to remain truly present to one another.

Original artwork

Paper, pencil

290 × 210 mm

2021

ABOUT THIS PRINT

A museum-quality fine art print produced from the original drawing by Alexander Krasilshchikov. Printed with archival pigment inks on premium fine art paper to preserve the delicacy of the pencil work, the openness of the composition, and the subtle tonal transitions of the original artwork.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Museum-quality fine art paper

• Archival pigment printing

• Available in multiple sizes

• Unframed

• Printed to order

• Professionally packed for safe worldwide shipping

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL

The original artwork may still be available. Please use the Contact page for availability and acquisition enquiries.

Each print is produced to museum-quality archival standards.

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