Landscape 1970

This landscape painting by Hryhorii Havrylenko presents a serene vista rendered in soft hues, currently held in a private collection. The composition is structured around a horizontal layout, where the land, water and sky meet to evoke a sense of tranquility. Havrylenko employs a subtle palette, dominated by blues, greens, and earth tones, creating a harmonious balance across the canvas. Notice how the brushstrokes are applied loosely, almost impressionistically, which softens the forms and creates a gentle texture. The horizontal lines of the landscape are disrupted by the verticality of the trees, adding depth to the scene, and the interplay of light and shadow across the water's surface animates the composition. In its totality, the landscape offers more than just a visual representation. Its formal qualities—the balance of color, the texture of the brushwork, and the horizontal organization— work together to create a contemplative and immersive experience. The artwork invites us to reflect on the relationship between nature and perception.