At the Café (2026) Original Ink Drawing by Vasyl Koval

This expressive sketch captures a lively café interior from the perspective of someone sitting among the guests. The viewer becomes part of the scene, looking toward the counter and the barista while conversations unfold around them.

The loose, energetic lines and strong contrasts of black and white give the work a spontaneous, almost cinematic quality. Rather than focusing on individual faces, the artist captures the atmosphere of the place - movement, conversation, light, and the quiet rhythm of everyday café life.

The inscription “Eсhter Genuss” and the date 1897 add an intriguing documentary character, making the drawing feel like a visual memory of a particular place and moment.

Materials used:

white und black ink

Details:

• Ink drawing on Paper
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 20 x 15 x 0.2cm (unframed) / 20 x 15cm (actual image size)
• Signed on the front
• Style: Graphic
• Subject: People and portraits