Illustration for the book 'How mice buried the cat' by Zhukovsky 1910

This illustration by Ukrainian artist Heorhiy Narbut, created in 1910, depicts a scene from the book 'How Mice Buried the Cat' by Zhukovsky. The illustration features a stylized, anthropomorphic mouse dressed in a black and white costume, standing on a green ledge with a cliff behind him. Heorhiy Narbut was a key figure in the Ukrainian Art Nouveau movement, known for his illustrations, book design, and graphic art, and often created works for children's books. His distinctive style is evident in the vibrant colors and dynamic compositions. This illustration, part of a larger series for the book, captures the playful and imaginative nature of the tale.