Student Artwork Guide — Composition

Name Class Date

hryhorii havrylenko, Composition (1963). Reproduced for reference; rights reserved by the rights holder.

The facts

Artist: hryhorii havrylenko artsdot.com/en/artists/hryhorii-havrylenko/
Artist’s dates: 1927 – 1984
Painted: 1963
Medium: Oil On Canvas
Movement: Abstract Expressionism Large canvases where the act of painting itself — the drip, the sweep — is the subject.
Period: Modern
Artistic style: Abstract Expressionism
Notable elements or techniques: Textured brushwork, bold color patches
Subject or theme: Interplay of colors and forms

Copyright This work is still under copyright. hryhorii havrylenko died in 1984; copyright lasts 70 years after the artist’s death, so it remains in force until 2054. The image is shown here for classroom reference; rights remain with the rights holder.

Composition — hryhorii havrylenko

When was this painted?

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Shaded: the lifetime of hryhorii havrylenko (1927–1984) ▲ this work, 1963

Compare with

Night Concerts, 1978 artsdot.com/en/art/hryhorii-havrylenko-night-concerts-D3HKWC-en/
Illustration to the Book "Legacy" by M. Bazhan, 1978 artsdot.com/en/art/hryhorii-havrylenko-illustration-to-the-book-legacy-by-m-bazhan-D3HKX2-en/
Nika, 1960 artsdot.com/en/art/hryhorii-havrylenko-nika-D6533L-en/

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Colours

Measured from the image

Main colour

Putty #f1dbb4

Catalogued palette

#F1DBB4
#1F1E2A
#66853B
#E81E11

Main colour name: Putty
Intensity: Vivid How saturated and varied the colours are, from a single toned-down hue to many bright ones.
Contrast: Statement How much the colours differ in lightness and saturation across the picture.
Harmony: Discordant Palette How well the colours work together, from clashing to fully unified.
Brightness: Bright How light or dark the picture reads overall, from deep shadow to bright highlight.
Saturation: Clear Color Presence How pure and strong the colours are, from near-grey to fully vivid.

Artist

hryhorii havrylenko

Born in Hluhiv, Ukraine

early life and career

hryhorii havrylenko, also known as grigory gavrilenko, was born on july 7, 1927, in hlukhiv, ukraine. this ukrainian painter, graphic artist, and master of book illustration left an indelible mark on the art world with his avant-garde style.

artistic contributions

* hryhorii havrylenko's work is characterized by its bold experimentation with colors and forms, reflecting the spirit of ukrainian avant-garde art. * his contributions to book illustration are particularly noteworthy, showcasing his versatility as an artist.

notable works and exhibitions

though specific works by hryhorii havrylenko are not listed here, his influence can be seen in various exhibitions at the kharkov museum of art (ukraine), which features an impressive collection of ukrainian art. the kharkov museum of art (ukraine)*: this museum, located in ukraine's second-largest city, is a must-visit for anyone interested in ukrainian art and culture. /en/art/show/art-d3b4yk-en/ ukrainian avant-garde art*: this movement, led by artists like hryhorii havrylenko, redefined the boundaries of ukrainian art with its innovative approach. [https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@/hryhorii-havrylenko](https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@/hryhorii-havrylenko)

legacy and later life

* hryhorii havrylenko passed away on february 23, 1984, in kyiv, ukraine, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire artists. * his influence can be seen in the works of subsequent ukrainian artists who have followed in his footsteps.

conclusion

hryhorii havrylenko's life and work serve as a testament to the power of avant-garde art in shaping cultural narratives. through his bold artistic endeavors, he has left an enduring impact on the world of ukrainian art.

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Where to read more

The artist hryhorii havrylenko artsdot.com/en/artists/hryhorii-havrylenko/
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Cite this artwork

MLA: havrylenko, hryhorii. Composition. 1963, https://artsdot.com/en/art/hryhorii-havrylenko-composition-D3FHQP-en/
APA: havrylenko, hryhorii (1963). Composition [Painting]. https://artsdot.com/en/art/hryhorii-havrylenko-composition-D3FHQP-en/
Chicago: hryhorii havrylenko. Composition. 1963. https://artsdot.com/en/art/hryhorii-havrylenko-composition-D3FHQP-en/
Harvard: havrylenko, hryhorii (1963) Composition. Available at: https://artsdot.com/en/art/hryhorii-havrylenko-composition-D3FHQP-en/

Composition — hryhorii havrylenko

Look closely

Answer in your own words. There are no wrong answers here — only answers you can explain.

What catches your eye first, and why?
Which colours or shapes create the mood — and what is that mood?
Our catalogue files this work under: abstract composition, color field painting, dynamic form. Do you agree? What would you add, or take away?
Look back at Night Concerts (1978), earlier in this guide. Name two things it shares with this work, and one that is different.
Abstract Expressionism: Large canvases where the act of painting itself — the drip, the sweep — is the subject. Where can you see that in this work?

Your response

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