Untitled 2022

"Untitled" (2022) by Ukrainian artist Alevtyna Kakhidze (born 1973) is a simple ink drawing on paper. The artwork depicts a figure wearing a crown, with the text "ЕКАТЕРИНА I" written across the image. The drawing's straightforward style and text suggests a focus on the historical figure of Catherine I of Russia, perhaps as a commentary on her reign or a reflection on the artist's own historical context. The inscription at the bottom "B. Ериксон 15 мая в России портретист императрицы" indicates the work's reference to the Swedish artist, Bernhard Ericson, known for his portraits of Russian empresses. The artwork highlights the artist's use of simple line work and her interest in historical subjects, particularly within a Russian context.