Ukrainian sets European record thanks to 25 coats of arms made from minerals

Unique Collection of Coats of Arms of Ukraine

According to Рубрика — Суспільство: Oksana Zhuzhakovska, a resident of Netishyn in the Khmelnytskyi region, has created a unique authorial collection of coats of arms of Ukraine, consisting of 25 metal coats of arms and one central wooden coat of arms measuring 110 cm in height. This series, adorned with over 60 types of natural minerals and stone materials, has been officially recorded as a European record in the 'Art' category under the title 'The Largest Authorial Series of Artistic State Coats of Arms of Ukraine, Executed in a Unified Artistic Concept.'

Records and Impact on Culture

The record was registered in Kyiv during a meeting of the global Ukrainian community, where the artistic project 'Strength in Unity' was presented publicly for the first time. Each coat of arms in the series measures 10×10×15 cm, and each one is decorated with a unique ornamentation of Ukrainian regional embroidery. Various natural materials have been used, including:

• quartz
• mountain crystal
• amethyst
• citrine
• rose quartz
• pyrite
• topaz
• garnet
• amazonite
• fluorite
• lapis lazuli
• chrysoprase
• calcite
• tourmaline
• tanzanite
• sapphire
• opal
• malachite
• amber

It is worth noting that earlier Oksana Zhuzhakovska set another record in Ukraine, which involved the creation of 'The Largest Series of Paintings Made from Natural Ukrainian Stones and Minerals with Elements of National Embroidery.' This new record highlights her contribution to the development of Ukrainian art and the promotion of national cultural heritage.

'In Kyiv, during the meeting of the global Ukrainian community, the first public presentation of the artistic project 'Strength in Unity' by Netishyn's Oksana Zhuzhakovska took place. It was then that her European record in the category of 'Art' – 'The Largest Authorial Series of Artistic State Coats of Arms of Ukraine, Executed in a Unified Artistic Concept' – was officially registered' - Executive Committee of the Netishyn City Council.

This successful project not only demonstrates the creativity and craftsmanship of Oksana Zhuzhakovska but also highlights the importance of national symbols in modern Ukrainian art. The creation of the collection of coats of arms of Ukraine by Oksana Zhuzhakovska has become a significant event in the context of promoting Ukrainian culture and art on the international stage. The European record not only emphasizes the individual talent of the author but also serves as an important reminder of the significance of national symbols in the unity and identity of the Ukrainian people. This project may encourage other artists to create new works reflecting Ukrainian heritage and cultural traditions.