Female image. Illustration to Dante "Vita Nova" 1965

"Female image. Illustration to Dante "Vita Nova"" is a black and white ink drawing by Ukrainian artist Hryhorii Havrylenko. Created in 1965, the work portrays a woman's face in a minimalist style, emphasizing features through bold lines and hatching. The drawing is a powerful example of Havrylenko's mastery of line and his interest in exploring the expressive potential of the human form. The use of hatching and cross-hatching throughout the piece creates tonal variation, adding depth and texture to the work. This piece, created for Dante's "Vita Nova," is an exploration of love, loss, and the complexities of human emotion.