Frequently Asked Questions

Every piece is a one-of-a-kind original, hand-painted in oil on canvas by Viktor Kucheryavyy and signed by the artist. These are not prints or reproductions. The only exceptions are clearly labelled commissioned copies of classic masterworks.

Yes. Every painting includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity that documents the work and its provenance.

Each painting is made with professional-grade oils on stretched canvas and varnished for protection. These are archival materials rated to last well over 100 years when cared for normally.

Paintings ship unframed on wooden stretcher bars, ready to hang as they are or to frame however you like. This keeps shipping safer and lets you choose framing that suits your space.

They are very close, but slight variation is natural. Screens differ from one another, and oil paint has a depth, luminosity, and texture that a camera cannot fully capture. I am always happy to send additional photos or a short video in different lighting before you buy.

Hang it out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources or damp. To clean, dust gently with a soft, dry cloth. No special maintenance is needed, and a varnished oil painting will stay vivid for generations.

Each available painting is sold through my Etsy shop. Open the painting you love and click "Buy Securely on Etsy" to complete your purchase. If you have any questions first, use the "Ask a Question" button or the contact form.

Yes. All purchases go through Etsy’s secure checkout and Buyer Protection, so your payment and order are protected. My shop holds a 5.0 star rating from collectors in more than 12 countries.

Etsy checkout accepts major credit and debit cards, PayPal, and other local payment options depending on your country.

Of course. Message me any time and I can send additional angles, close-up shots of the brushwork and texture, or a video of the painting in natural light.

Every painting ships from my studio in Rivne, Ukraine, and I ship worldwide by registered international airmail with tracking.

Shipping is free worldwide. The price you see is the price you pay, with delivery included.

Most paintings arrive within about 2 to 4 weeks, depending on your location and how quickly customs processes the parcel. I send your tracking number as soon as the painting ships so you can follow its journey.

Each painting is wrapped in a glassine protective layer, fitted with corner protectors and bubble wrap, and shipped in a rigid cardboard box marked FRAGILE. Every shipment is fully insured.

Damage is very rare thanks to careful packing, and every shipment is fully insured. In the unlikely event that something arrives damaged or is not right, contact me within 14 days with a few photos and I will make it right.

Yes. I paint custom portraits, landscapes, still lifes, and faithful reproductions of works you love. A commission is a wonderful way to capture a person, a place, or a memory that matters to you.

Visit the Commissions page and tell me what you have in mind: the subject, your preferred size, and any reference photos. I will reply with a quote and the next steps, usually within 24 to 48 hours.

Most commissions take 2 to 6 weeks depending on the size and complexity of the piece. I send progress photos along the way so you can see your painting come to life.

Commissions are arranged with a 50% deposit to begin the work, and the remaining 50% once the painting is finished and you are happy with it, before it ships.

Yes. If a piece you love is already sold, I can paint a new original inspired by it. Because everything is hand-painted, each work is unique rather than an exact copy.