Illustration to 'Armenian folk tales' 1937

Martiros Sarian, a renowned Armenian artist, created this illustration for "Armenian folk tales" in 1937. The artwork depicts a monstrous, hairy figure with horns, standing over a man and a cow, with a large, brown landscape in the background. Sarian’s distinctive style, characterized by bold lines and a simplified use of form, is evident in this illustration, which reflects the artist's deep connection to Armenian folklore and his desire to revitalize national artistic traditions. This work embodies a fascinating blend of the fantastical and the real, capturing a moment from Armenian folklore that continues to captivate viewers.