{"title":"Heorhiy Narbut","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"sheet-f-from-the-ukrainian-alphabet-heorhiy-narbut","title":"Sheet 'F' from the Ukrainian Alphabet - Heorhiy Narbut","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking graphic plate from Heorhiy Narbut's 1917 Ukrainian Alphabet, featuring the letter 'F' alongside a detailed nocturnal scene of fireworks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is a plate from the Ukrainian Alphabet, a project created by Heorhiy Narbut in 1917. Narbut was a central figure in the development of Ukrainian graphic design, known for his ability to synthesise historical motifs with modern composition. The image features the Cyrillic letter 'F' (Ф), presented alongside a detailed illustrative scene that reflects the artist's interest in national identity and classical aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary illustration depicts a nocturnal scene, likely a celebration or social gathering, set against a backdrop of a classical building. Fireworks illuminate the sky, casting light on the figures in the foreground. Narbut employs a high-contrast technique, using silhouettes to define the human forms against the bright, explosive patterns of the fireworks. The composition is balanced, with the architectural elements providing a stable structure to the dynamic light effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNarbut's approach to typography and illustration is precise. The letter 'F' is rendered with clean, bold lines, demonstrating his mastery of calligraphic form. Beside the letter, a decorative emblem adds a layer of heraldic detail, a common feature in his work. The entire composition is framed within a border that separates the narrative scene from the typographic elements. This work demonstrates the artist's technical skill in woodcut-style illustration, where the interplay of black and white creates a sense of depth and atmosphere. The work remains a significant example of early 20th-century graphic art, reflecting the cultural climate of the period through a blend of traditional heraldry and contemporary visual storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/samarkande-plate-6-compositions-in-the-oriental-style-emile-allain-seguy\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSamarkande (Plate 6, Compositions in the Oriental Style) - Émile-Allain Séguy — Émile-Allain Séguy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sheet-v-mary-with-the-sleeping-boy-in-her-arms-in-front-of-the-mirror-transfigured-by-the-ring-of-the-drum-major-walter-gramatte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSheet V, Mary with the Sleeping Boy in Her Arms in Front of the Mirror, Transfigured by the Ring of the Drum Major - Walter Gramatté — Walter Gramatté\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Heorhiy Narbut","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605142901071,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605169049935,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605169082703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605169115471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605169148239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605169181007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605169213775,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605169246543,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605169279311,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605169312079,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605169344847,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605169377615,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sheet-F-from-the-Ukrainian-Alphabet_Poster_CompositorV1_1788068453832.jpg?v=1788114743"},{"product_id":"illustration-to-wooden-eagle-heorhiy-narbut","title":"Illustration to 'Wooden Eagle' - Heorhiy Narbut","description":"\u003cp\u003eA decorative illustration by Heorhiy Narbut for the tale 'Wooden Eagle', featuring a figure riding a stylised bird over a winter landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeorhiy Narbut was a central figure in the Ukrainian graphic arts scene during the early twentieth century. This illustration, created for the tale 'Wooden Eagle', demonstrates his mastery of silhouette and decorative composition. Narbut drew heavily from historical sources, including Ukrainian baroque motifs, heraldry, and folk art, while maintaining a disciplined, modern graphic sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is framed by an elaborate border, a hallmark of Narbut's approach to book design. Within this frame, a figure rides a stylised wooden eagle over a winter landscape. The eagle itself is rendered with flat, decorative patterns, echoing the aesthetic of traditional woodcuts or folk carvings. The sun, depicted as a radiant, anthropomorphic face, adds a mythological dimension to the scene. Below, the landscape is simplified into geometric forms, with snow-covered hills and fortified structures rendered in a clear, legible style that prioritises graphic clarity over atmospheric depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNarbut's work is characterised by a precise, calligraphic line and a controlled use of colour. He often employed a limited palette to ensure the visual impact of his designs remained strong, even when reproduced in print. This piece reflects his interest in the synthesis of text and image, where the illustration functions as an integral part of the printed page rather than a separate entity. His influence on Ukrainian graphic design, particularly in the development of national motifs and typography, remains a subject of study for those interested in the intersection of folk tradition and early modernism.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heorhiy Narbut","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605145227599,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605185565007,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605185597775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605185630543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605185663311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605185696079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605185728847,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605185761615,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605185794383,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605185827151,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605185859919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605185892687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Illustration-to-Wooden-Eagle-_Poster_CompositorV1_1788068766370.jpg?v=1788114912"},{"product_id":"illustration-to-the-crane-and-the-heron-heorhiy-narbut","title":"Illustration to 'The Crane and the Heron' - Heorhiy Narbut","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stylised illustration by Heorhiy Narbut depicting characters from the fable 'The Crane and the Heron' in a decorative, Art Nouveau style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeorhiy Narbut was a central figure in the development of Ukrainian graphic design and illustration. This work, created in 1910, demonstrates his mastery of the silhouette and his ability to synthesise folk motifs with the formal constraints of Art Nouveau. The scene depicts characters from the traditional fable 'The Crane and the Heron', reimagined with a distinct sense of theatre and costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNarbut employs a flat, decorative approach to space. The composition is divided into distinct planes, with the foreground figures set against a stylised horizon. The crane and heron are anthropomorphised, wearing elaborate garments that feature repeating patterns reminiscent of traditional embroidery or woodblock prints. The line quality is precise and controlled, defining the forms with clarity while allowing the muted, earthy colour palette to provide structure. The sun, rendered as a solid red disc, acts as a geometric anchor for the scene, balancing the verticality of the birds and the sparse, linear vegetation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis work often drew upon historical Ukrainian sources, including baroque engravings and folk art, yet he filtered these influences through a modern, graphic sensibility. The attention to pattern, particularly in the clothing of the figures, reflects his interest in the decorative arts. By stripping away unnecessary detail, Narbut focuses the viewer on the narrative interaction between the two figures. The result is an image that feels both timeless and rooted in the specific aesthetic experiments of the early twentieth century. This print captures the balance between narrative storytelling and formal graphic design that defined his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nieuwjaarswens-van-octave-uzanne-voor-het-jaar-1897-new-years-greeting-card-for-octave-uzanne-1897-georges-de-feure\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNieuwjaarswens van Octave Uzanne voor het jaar 1897 (New Year's Greeting Card for Octave Uzanne, 1897) - Georges de Feure — Georges de Feure\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Heorhiy Narbut","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605226361167,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605278658895,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605278691663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605278724431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605278757199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605278789967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605278822735,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605278855503,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605278888271,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605278921039,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605278953807,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605278986575,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Illustration-to-The-Crane-and-the-Heron-_Poster_CompositorV1_1788069125457.jpg?v=1788116191"},{"product_id":"poetry-headpiece-to-magazine-art-heorhiy-narbut","title":"Poetry (Headpiece to magazine 'Art') - Heorhiy Narbut","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking 1919 graphic design by Heorhiy Narbut, featuring a stylised figure surrounded by traditional Ukrainian motifs and bold, high-contrast patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeorhiy Narbut was a central figure in the development of Ukrainian graphic design during the early twentieth century. This work, created in 1919 as a headpiece for the magazine 'Art', demonstrates his mastery of the silhouette and his ability to synthesise traditional folk motifs with modern graphic sensibilities. The composition features a central female figure, rendered in a stylised manner that draws upon the visual language of Ukrainian embroidery and traditional costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNarbut employs a high-contrast black and white palette, using bold, solid shapes to define the figure and the surrounding decorative elements. The background is filled with dense, swirling foliage and geometric patterns that frame the subject. These elements reflect his interest in the baroque and rococo styles, which he adapted to suit the requirements of contemporary print media. The inclusion of a ceramic vessel and the specific treatment of the textiles suggest a deliberate engagement with national identity and cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe typography integrated into the base of the design is characteristic of Narbut's approach to lettering, where the text becomes an extension of the visual composition rather than a separate element. His work for the magazine 'Art' represents a period of significant creative output, during which he sought to establish a distinct visual identity for Ukrainian publications. The precision of the line work and the balance between the figurative elements and the ornamental background create a sense of order and rhythm. This print offers a clear example of the graphic techniques employed by Narbut, who remains a significant figure in the history of European book illustration and design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/odalisque-ion-theodorescu-sion\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eOdalisque - Ion Theodorescu-Sion — Ion Theodorescu-Sion\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Heorhiy Narbut","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605232357711,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605413925199,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605413957967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605413990735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605414023503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605414056271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605414089039,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605414121807,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605414154575,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605414187343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605414220111,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605414252879,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Poetry-Headpiece-to-magazine-Art-_Poster_CompositorV1_1788069364290.jpg?v=1788116256"},{"product_id":"illustration-to-volodymyr-narbuts-poem-before-the-easter-heorhiy-narbut","title":"Illustration to Volodymyr Narbut's poem 'Before the Easter' - Heorhiy Narbut","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking 1917 woodcut illustration by Heorhiy Narbut, featuring symbolic folk motifs and high-contrast graphic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis graphic work by Heorhiy Narbut serves as an illustration for the poetry of his brother, Volodymyr Narbut. Created in 1917, the piece reflects the artist's mastery of the woodcut medium and his engagement with folk motifs combined with a stark, symbolic narrative. Narbut was a central figure in the development of Ukrainian graphic design, known for his ability to synthesise traditional Ukrainian baroque elements with the clean lines of early twentieth-century modernism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a central female figure draped in a patterned cloth, positioned against a dark background. To her right, a skeletal figure holding a scythe emerges from behind a wattle fence, introducing a memento mori theme that contrasts with the domestic and agrarian symbols present in the foreground. A pig and a bird are depicted at the base, while a stylised sun hangs in the upper right corner. The use of high-contrast black and white, punctuated by the red of the figure's garment, creates a visual tension that draws the eye across the frame. The decorative treatment of the foliage and the fence demonstrates Narbut's attention to pattern and silhouette, which became a hallmark of his professional output. This work captures the specific aesthetic atmosphere of the period, blending literary themes with a rigorous approach to printmaking technique. The clarity of the lines and the deliberate placement of each symbolic element reflect the artist's background in book illustration and his precise control over the woodblock medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/samarkande-plate-6-compositions-in-the-oriental-style-emile-allain-seguy\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSamarkande (Plate 6, Compositions in the Oriental Style) - Émile-Allain Séguy — Émile-Allain Séguy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Heorhiy Narbut","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605457015119,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605525533007,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605525565775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605525598543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605525631311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605525664079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605525696847,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605525729615,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605525762383,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605525795151,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605525827919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605525860687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Illustration-to-Volodymyr-Narbut-s-poem-Before-the-Easter-_Poster_CompositorV1_1788081724396.jpg?v=1788117370"},{"product_id":"landscape-with-a-comet-heorhiy-narbut","title":"Landscape with a comet - Heorhiy Narbut","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking illustration by Heorhiy Narbut featuring a comet illuminating a nocturnal landscape and a fortified building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeorhiy Narbut was a significant figure in early twentieth-century Ukrainian graphic design and illustration. His work often synthesised traditional motifs with the stylised aesthetics of the Art Nouveau period. This piece, depicting a comet streaking across a nocturnal sky above a fortified structure, demonstrates his characteristic precision and command of silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is divided into two distinct zones: the dark, expansive heavens and the grounded, architectural foreground. The comet acts as a diagonal force, cutting through the deep blue of the night sky and providing a luminous contrast to the surrounding darkness. Below, the fortress sits in a state of quietude, its reflection mirrored in the still water. The treatment of the clouds, rendered in soft, rounded forms, provides a rhythmic quality that balances the stark geometry of the building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNarbut’s approach to this scene is rooted in a decorative sensibility. He employs clean lines and a controlled palette to create a sense of mystery. The influence of silhouette art is evident in the way the building and trees are rendered, prioritising form and outline over atmospheric depth. This technique allows the viewer to focus on the interplay between the celestial event and the terrestrial architecture. The work reflects the artist's interest in historical themes and his ability to imbue a scene with a sense of narrative weight. By stripping away unnecessary detail, Narbut achieves a clarity that is both graphic and evocative. The print captures the original's subtle gradients and the stark, dramatic contrast between the light of the comet and the surrounding shadows, making it a compelling example of his illustrative style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nieuwjaarswens-van-octave-uzanne-voor-het-jaar-1897-new-years-greeting-card-for-octave-uzanne-1897-georges-de-feure\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNieuwjaarswens van Octave Uzanne voor het jaar 1897 (New Year's Greeting Card for Octave Uzanne, 1897) - Georges de Feure — Georges de Feure\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Heorhiy Narbut","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605662470479,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605702414671,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605702447439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605702480207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605702512975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605702545743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605702578511,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605702611279,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605702644047,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605702676815,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605702709583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605702742351,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Landscape-with-a-comet_Poster_CompositorV1_1788083526384.jpg?v=1788119893"},{"product_id":"sheet-n-from-the-ukrainian-alphabet-heorhiy-narbut","title":"Sheet 'N' from the Ukrainian Alphabet - Heorhiy Narbut","description":"\u003cp\u003eA graphic illustration by Heorhiy Narbut from his 1917 Ukrainian Alphabet series, featuring precise ink work and decorative typography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeorhiy Narbut was a central figure in the development of Ukrainian graphic design during the early twentieth century. His work on the 'Ukrainian Alphabet' (1917) demonstrates his mastery of silhouette and line, drawing upon both folk traditions and European book illustration styles. This specific sheet, representing the letter 'N', displays the artist's characteristic precision and his ability to integrate typography with narrative imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is structured around a central figure standing upon an anvil, surrounded by a fence of knives. The stark contrast between the black ink and the white paper creates a graphic clarity that is typical of Narbut's output. The trees in the background are rendered with a delicate, almost skeletal quality, providing a frame for the central subject. Below the illustration, the letter 'N' is presented in a decorative, floral-inspired typeface, accompanied by the corresponding Ukrainian text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNarbut's approach to this alphabet was not merely functional. He treated each page as a self-contained graphic work, balancing the weight of the text against the visual elements. The influence of the World of Art movement is visible in his clean lines and the disciplined arrangement of the page. This print captures a moment in Ukrainian cultural history where traditional motifs were reinterpreted through a modern, minimalist lens. The work remains a primary example of how Narbut elevated the design of the alphabet into a sophisticated art form, prioritising balance and visual rhythm over excessive ornamentation. His work continues to be studied for its technical rigour and its role in defining a distinct national aesthetic during a period of rapid political and social change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/samarkande-plate-6-compositions-in-the-oriental-style-emile-allain-seguy\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSamarkande (Plate 6, Compositions in the Oriental Style) - Émile-Allain Séguy — Émile-Allain Séguy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nieuwjaarswens-voor-het-jaar-1938-bernard-willem-wierink\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNieuwjaarswens voor het jaar 1938 - Bernard Willem Wierink — Bernard Willem Wierink\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Heorhiy Narbut","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605695566159,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605710573903,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58605710606671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605710639439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605710672207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605710704975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605710737743,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605710770511,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605710803279,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58605710836047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58605710868815,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58605710901583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sheet-N-from-the-Ukrainian-Alphabet_Poster_CompositorV1_1788084132193.jpg?v=1788120515"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/collections\/heorhiy-narbut.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}