Vasilisa Prekrasnai︠a︡ Pl.01
1902
Step into the magical world of Russian folklore with this stunning 1902 book cover for 'Vasilisa the Beautiful.' Ivan Bilibin created a visual feast here, blending Art Nouveau elegance with traditional Russian folk art to create his signature 'Bilibin style.' You can spot key elements of the fairy tale: on the right, Baba Yaga’s famous hut stands on giant chicken legs in the forest, while the bottom center shows three magical riders on white, black, and red horses representing Day, Night, and Dawn. The bold outlines and decorative borders make it look like a medieval tapestry come to life, inviting readers to open the book and discover the adventures of the brave Vasilisa.
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