Illustration To "Zahar Berkut" 1972

"Illustration To "Zahar Berkut"" is a 1972 woodcut by Ukrainian artist Georgyi Yakutovytch (1930-2000). The artwork depicts a group of figures in traditional attire, their faces obscured by the woodcut’s distinctive blocky style. They are armed with spears and bows and arrows, suggesting a scene of defense or resistance, likely inspired by the Ukrainian epic "Zahar Berkut," a story of heroic resistance against foreign invaders. Yakutovytch was a renowned artist known for his powerful and expressive woodcuts, often depicting historical and mythological themes.