Sketch for the opera "Legend of the Invisible City of Kitezh and Maiden Fevronia" by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov by Ivan Bilibin

Sketch for the opera "Legend of the Invisible City of Kitezh and Maiden Fevronia" by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov 1929

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Ivan Bilibin's 1929 "Sketch for the opera "Legend of the Invisible City of Kitezh and Maiden Fevronia"" is a vibrant and detailed stage design for the opera by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. Known for his stylized and decorative approach, Bilibin's work embodies the spirit of Russian folklore and the era's artistic trends. The composition features a city bathed in sunlight, framed by lush greenery and a celestial sky. The use of bold colors, intricate patterns, and iconic Russian architectural elements, like onion domes, creates a visually compelling and theatrical experience.