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Cracked stone face of Medusa with coiled snake and laurel leaves, drawn in pencil with dramatic shadows and emotional depth.
In Cracked Silence (Medusa Gorgon pencil drawing), Yana Evans reimagines the mythic Gorgon not as a monster, but as a broken icon of sorrow and suppressed rage. Rendered in meticulous graphite, this hauntingly beautiful piece draws the viewer into a world where mythology meets emotional depth. The cracked stone face of Medusa, weathered yet dignified, evokes the ruin of ancient power and feminine defiance worn down by time.
A serpent coils tenderly across her cheek, its eyes locked with hers in a moment of eerie intimacy—both creature and curse become extensions of one another. Surrounding her are delicately rendered laurel leaves, hinting at a forgotten glory or divine punishment. The contrast of soft shading and sharp textural cracks speaks to a duality: strength and vulnerability, rage and resignation.
This artwork is perfect for collectors who appreciate classical themes infused with contemporary symbolism. Whether displayed in a personal gallery or creative workspace, Cracked Silence invites contemplation on transformation, trauma, and the silent endurance of feminine myth.
 
Please note: Colors may vary slightly in real life due to differences in screen settings and lighting. The photo cannot fully capture the exact hues and texture of the original painting.

Cracked Silence (Medusa Gorgon pencil drawing)

$800.00Price
Excluding Sales Tax

  • PRODUCT INFO

    Medium: white paper, graphite pencil

    Size: 42*29,5 cm (16,5*11,6 inch)

    Year: 2025

    Framed: No

    Artist: Yana Evans

     

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  • SHIPPING INFO

    All paintings and large, fragile artworks are shipped in separate wooden boxes. 
    Once you place your order, it will take approximately one week to prepare the painting for shipment. Delivery to any location typically takes 7 to 14 business days, although this timeframe may vary based on global circumstances.
    The package is shipped with full postal insurance, and a tracking code is provided on the same day. Packing, transportation to the post office, and the entire process are video-documented and sent to the buyer.

  • RETURN & REFUND POLICY

    I do not provide refunds for understandable reasons. However, I can suggest an exchange for another work of equal or greater value, with shipping costs excluded.

  • COLOR DISCLAIMER

    While we strive to represent each artwork as accurately as possible, please be aware that colors may appear differently depending on your screen settings, device type, and ambient lighting. Additionally, photographs cannot fully capture the true depth, texture, and subtle color variations present in original hand-painted works. Slight differences between the image and the physical artwork are to be expected and are part of the uniqueness of each piece.

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