The Russian story book Pl.02

1916

Frank Cheyne Papé brings a touch of Art Nouveau magic to this 1916 book illustration, depicting a woman with cascading dark hair gazing upward into a vibrant autumn forest. Clad in a jewel-toned, patterned gown and surrounded by whimsical red mushrooms and a babbling brook, she seems caught in a moment of urgent pleading. The caption below reveals the drama: 'Come down,' cried the hero's wife, hinting at a classic folktale rescue. This plate from 'The Russian Story Book' perfectly captures the early 20th-century fascination with folklore and flowing, natural forms.

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