Scheherazade 1917

"Scheherazade" is a 1917 painting by Russian artist Pyotr Konchalovsky. The painting depicts a reclining nude woman against a backdrop of richly patterned textiles, a scene reminiscent of Orientalist art. The bold colors and simplified forms characteristic of Konchalovsky’s style are present, along with the use of decorative patterns that recall traditional folk art. The title references the legendary storyteller of "One Thousand and One Nights," perhaps suggesting a connection to tales of exotic lands and captivating figures.