Creek 1917

"Creek" is a 1917 watercolor painting by Ivan Bilibin, a prominent Russian artist known for his stylized illustrations and designs. This particular work showcases Bilibin's talent for capturing the delicate beauty of nature through a minimalist approach. The painting features a small stream winding its way through a snowy landscape, with a focus on the interplay of light and shadow. The stark white snow provides a striking contrast to the dark silhouettes of trees and the stream's reflective surface, creating a sense of serenity and tranquility. This minimalist yet evocative depiction of a winter scene is characteristic of Bilibin's artistic style.