Illustration for the poem 'Ruslan and Lyudmila' by Alexander Pushkin 1917

Ivan Bilibin's 1917 "Illustration for the poem 'Ruslan and Lyudmila' by Alexander Pushkin" is a pen and ink drawing that depicts a scene from the epic poem. The artwork captures a stylized, grotesque giant with a feathered crown and helmet, staring intensely at a rider on horseback in the lower left corner. The artist is known for his work in the *Art Nouveau* and *Russian Modernist* styles, as seen in this illustration's bold lines and intricate details. It was created for an illustrated edition of Pushkin's poem, reflecting the popularity of *Ruslan and Lyudmila* in the early 20th century.