Alexander Astahov is a Russian-born contemporary artist whose work fuses surrealism, fantasy, and richly detailed figurative composition. Trained in the classical Russian academic tradition, his paintings combine technical precision with a freely imaginative visual world.

His compositions are populated by whimsical figures, dreamlike landscapes, and symbolic imagery rendered in vivid color. There is a theatrical quality to the work — each canvas reads like a frozen scene from a private fable — and the level of intricate detail rewards close, sustained looking.

Astahov exhibits internationally and his work is collected across Europe and North America. His paintings are increasingly sought after by collectors of contemporary surrealism and figurative art seeking distinctive work with strong technical foundations.

Alexander Astahov is represented by Gol Art. We present his originals and selected editions. Each piece is personally inspected and authenticated.