Illustration for The Tale of the Dead Princess and the Seven Knights 1996

This 1996 illustration by Vyacheslav Nazaruk, for the book "The Tale of the Dead Princess and the Seven Knights", depicts a knight riding a white horse through a mystical forest. The scene is framed by an ornate, decorative border reminiscent of folk art and the style of the Russian "World of Art" movement. The use of watercolor and detailed, meticulous lines adds to the ethereal nature of the illustration, making it a perfect visual complement to the enchanting tale.