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Kyiv, summer evening

Color Linocut by Alexandra Babkova captures a warm summer evening in Kyiv, the Dnieper River, and the view of the Pechersk Hills and the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra.

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Painting "Flowers of Summer Symphony", created with oil on canvas by Julia Baraeva, invites you to a summer field of flowers, filled with a variety of colors and brushstrokes.

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In addition to paintings, the cultural space Kobzar has a large library of rare antique books. Many of the books in our library have a small print run, so I decided to reprint some brochures and documents. Today, I present a small book entitled “The Name Ukraine (Country or Outskirts)” original title in Ukrainian: "Назва Україна (Країна чи окраїна)".

The Name Ukraine (Country or Outskirts) is a journalistic work by Ukrainian historian and public figure Mykola Andrusyak, published in 1941 in Prague by the Ukrainian publishing house Proboy. In the 15 pages of this small book, the author presents a profound historical and political reflection on the meaning of the name “Ukraine” itself. Andrusiak raises the question of whether Ukraine should be perceived as a self-sufficient country with deep historical roots or as a “borderland” — the periphery of foreign empires.

The book combines scientific analysis, patriotic journalism, and a call for national awareness, which was particularly relevant in the context of World War II and the struggle for Ukrainian statehood.

This reprint can be ordered via the form on the website kobzar.in.ua or at the Violity auction. I deliberately increased the format of the reprint! The original edition measures 12.5 cm x 17 cm. The reprint edition measures 14.5 x 20.5 cm.

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Good morning and have a nice weekend. May the sun always shine - Хай завжди буде сонце!

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The lithograph “Cyclops” depicts a man holding a mobile phone in his hands, covering his face, with the phone's camera creating the illusion of an eye. The painting resembles the face of the mythical creature Cyclops.

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Classic Ukrainian naïve art in Kateryna Klimova's painting “Someone with Horns". The artist paints vivid pictures that are distinguished by their special warmth and life-affirming power.

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A small painting "Etude with sails" painted by Ukrainian artist Andriy Kreminskyi while traveling in the south of Europe conveys the feeling of a warm summer day near the sea and quiet contemplation.

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Horseback riding in the forest or Solitary Ride Through the Pines by Leonid Tokar captures the quiet beauty of nature and the introspective journey of a lone rider. The towering pines, muted colors, and peaceful atmosphere come together to evoke a sense of contemplation, making this painting a subtle yet powerful depiction of humanity's and horse connection to the natural world.

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GM. Have a nice day!

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This still life by Ukrainian artist Ivan Shapoval shows a colorful arrangement of summer fruits, berries, and watermelon on a table

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Among the prominent representatives of Ukrainian naive art, Kateryna Klimova stands out for her special warmth and life-affirming energy. Her works are not just paintings, but concentrated energy of nature embodied in colors.

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The vast and multifaceted world of Ukrainian naive art is revealed in the cultural space Kobzar and in publications on kobzar.in.ua

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Ukrainian folk art "Cossack on horseback" an oil painting by Sergiy Tanadaichuk. This vibrant artwork captures the essence of Ukraine's rich cultural heritage and the artist's unique visionary style.

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Girl on Yacht, Pop Art, Original Oil Painting by Vadym Mykhalchuk

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Tranquil Village Life. This art work beautifully captures the simplicity and peacefulness of a traditional Ukrainian village scene, depicting a quaint thatched-roofed house set amidst lush greenery.

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Autolithograph “People's Poet” depicting a portrait of Taras Shevchenko created by world-renowned Ukrainian graphic artist Viktor Vikhitsky

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Cossack Mamay sits on a mead barrel (vodka infused with honey) under the Tree of Life and plays his melody. Is written in Ukrainian at the top of the painting: "Ой, лихо настало - коли медовухи не стало" (Oh, trouble came when the mead was gone).