Vasilisa Prekrasnai︠a︡ Pl.06
1902
Step into the deep, dark Russian forest where the legendary witch Baba Yaga lurks! Ivan Bilibin captures her perfectly here—wild white hair flying, hooked nose scowling, and leaning heavily on a giant staff as she navigates through birch trees and bright red mushrooms. This illustration is from his famous series for the fairy tale 'Vasilisa the Beautiful,' showcasing his signature style with bold outlines, flat colors, and that gorgeous decorative border inspired by traditional Russian folk art. It’s spooky, it’s whimsical, and it basically defined how we imagine Russian fairy tales today.
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