Academic Hambartsumian Portrait 1977

Petros Malayan's "Academic Hambartsumian Portrait" (1977) is a powerful charcoal drawing that depicts the renowned Armenian astrophysicist Viktor Ambartsumian. Executed in a realistic style, the artwork captures the subject's likeness in meticulous detail, highlighting his thoughtful gaze and the lines of his face. The use of charcoal creates a sense of depth and texture, lending a somber yet dignified quality to the portrait. Displayed at the National Gallery of Armenia in Yerevan, this work is a testament to Malayan's skill as a portraitist and his contribution to Armenian art.