Female Image. From the series 'Search for Pushkin's Female Images' 1970

"Female Image" is a pen and ink drawing by Ukrainian artist Hryhorii Havrylenko, created in 1970. The artwork is part of his "Search for Pushkin's Female Images" series, which was inspired by the works of the renowned Russian poet Alexander Pushkin. Havrylenko's distinctive style is characterized by a meticulous cross-hatching technique, creating a sense of depth and texture in the portrait. The drawing features a close-up view of a young woman's face, with her gaze directed slightly away from the viewer. The focus on the woman's face emphasizes her delicate features and enigmatic expression.