Illustration for Alexander Pushkin's 'Fairytale of the Tsar Saltan' 1905

This 1905 illustration by Ivan Bilibin depicts a scene from Alexander Pushkin's *Fairytale of the Tsar Saltan*. The artwork is characterized by the Russian folk-art aesthetic popularized by Bilibin, with bold colors and flat stylized forms. The characters wear traditional Russian costumes, and the setting is full of details referencing Russian folklore. Bilibin's distinct artistic style, inspired by the Russian woodcut tradition, helped shape a visual identity for *The Tale of Tsar Saltan* and contributed to its lasting popularity.