Illustration for Zlatovláska 1911

This illustration, created by Czech artist Artuš Scheiner in 1911, depicts a scene from the Czech fairytale *Zlatovláska*. The image shows a young man, Jiřík, in a forest, holding a crossbow and a quiver of arrows. Two crows fly above him, while in the background, a spider dangles in its web. This illustration exemplifies Scheiner's characteristic use of vibrant colors and fine detail. He was known for his children's illustrations, and his artwork often depicted scenes from Czech folklore and fairy tales. *Zlatovláska* is a story about a princess who is cursed by a witch, and this image captures the tension and mystery of the tale.