Expression Bird
Kateryna Kryvolap
Not just a painting — a symbol shaped by centuries of meaning.
Inspired by Petrykivka — a UNESCO-recognized Ukrainian art form with over 300 years of history — this work carries forward a tradition where every element holds symbolic meaning.
The bird, often seen in Petrykivka, represents freedom, vitality, and protection —
a symbol of expression, individuality, and inner confidence within the composition.
Reimagined through a contemporary lens, this piece transforms cultural heritage into something deeply personal — created not just to be seen, but to express a sense of presence and individuality in your space.
✦ CRAFTSMANSHIP & MEANING
Hand-painted using traditional Petrykivka techniques
Rich in symbolism rooted in cultural heritage
Created as a statement piece — never mass-produced
✦ HOW IT LIVES IN YOUR SPACE
Becomes a quiet focal point
Adds depth and character to your interior
✦ DETAILS
Original, one-of-a-kind artwork
Size: 10 × 20 in (25.4 × 50.8 cm)
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
✦ SHIPPING & AUTHENTICITY
Free shipping included
Includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity
Collector Information
This is an original, hand-painted artwork
Acrylic on canvas
Size: 10 × 20 in (25.4 × 50.8 cm)
Each piece is unique and cannot be replicated
Shipping & Delivery
Complimentary worldwide shipping
Carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery
Ships from Canada
Authenticity & Returns
Includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity
You may request a return within 14 days if the piece does not meet your expectations
THE STORY BEHIND THE ARTWORK
Petrykivka is a living Ukrainian art form, recognized by UNESCO as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
For centuries, its flowing forms and symbolic elements have carried meanings of life, harmony, and protection.
Created by artist Kateryna Kryvolap, each painting transforms cultural heritage into a personal, collectible work of art.
From heritage to collectible art.
About the Artist
Kateryna Kryvolap is a Ukrainian-Canadian artist whose work bridges traditional heritage and contemporary expression.
Her paintings are inspired by Petrykivka — a UNESCO-recognized art form with over three centuries of history — and have been exhibited internationally across North America, Europe, and Asia, including exhibitions in New York, Paris, and Seoul.
Her work is held in private collections worldwide.
A member of the Federation of Canadian Artists, she reimagines traditional visual language into expressive, contemporary compositions — creating artworks that carry both cultural depth and personal meaning.
Not just a painting — a piece with lasting meaning.
Created by a professional artist, rooted in cultural heritage, and made to be kept for years to come.
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Collector Information
Is this an original artwork?
Yes — each painting is created by hand and exists as a one-of-a-kind piece.
Will this piece be reproduced?
No — each artwork is unique and will not be recreated in the same form.
How is the painting shipped?
Carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery, ready to be displayed.
Is this a good piece for starting a collection?
Many collectors begin with a single piece — and continue building from there.
