Illustration for the fairy tale "Vasilisa the Beautiful" 1900

This illustration by Ivan Bilibin from 1900 is a scene from the Russian folktale "Vasilisa the Beautiful". Bilibin was known for his vibrant and detailed illustrations in the *Art Nouveau* style, and this piece exemplifies those qualities with its richly patterned costumes and fantastical setting. The image depicts a scene of the tale where the old woman, "Baba Yaga" presents the magical cloth to the Tsar. The illustration shows the influence of folk art, with its bright colors, intricate patterns, and simplified figures, which was characteristic of Bilibin's work. The artist was a prominent figure in the *Russian Revival* movement, aiming to revive the lost artistic traditions of Russia.