Symbolic tendencies in the artwork of Andriy Bludov

The purpose of the article is to investigate multidimensional artwork Andriy Bludov – a representative Ukrainian visual art in context his appeal traditional Western European symbolic trends and appeals cultural code, which manifested archetypal symbols. research methodology consists complex application analytical comparative methods. Through prism aesthetic philosophical analysis, explore manifestations Bludov. Using method trace influence tradition on artist. Scientific novelty: for first time culturological analysis manifestation tendencies work was carried out example works projects «Voices» «Emblemata». Also, specifics author's use symbols images contemporary are studied. Conclusion. presents detailed creative activity famous symbolist artist modern art, organically combines painting with techniques silk-screen printing, lacing collage. various genres, giving own range that evoke viewer's associative interpret meanings depicted It also analyzed series Bludov, through ethno-national symbols, highlights important themes today identity national consciousness people. In addition, it determined master, researching Baroque encyclopedias «Emblems», refers language sacred ancient art. He creates project «Emblemata» interprets worldview way, thus urging viewer attempt decode mysterious images. Thus, should be concluded this study confirms existence dynamic development symbolism world-famous Bludov.
 Key words: symbolism, symbol, image, archetype, association, painting, technique scumbling