Illustration for the fairy tale "Vasilisa the Beautiful" 1900

This illustration for the Russian folktale "Vasilisa the Beautiful" was created by Ivan Bilibin in 1900. Bilibin, a prominent artist of the Russian Art Nouveau movement, is renowned for his illustrations of Russian fairy tales, folklore, and epic poems. This illustration captures the mystical and fantastical elements of the story, with vibrant colors, intricate details, and a stylized, almost theatrical, composition. The image is framed by a decorative border filled with stylized motifs, setting the scene for the narrative. This is an excellent example of Bilibin's signature style that brings classic Russian folk tales to life.