The artwork titled “Baba Yaga,” created by Viktor Vasnetsov in 1917, belongs to the Symbolism art movement and falls within the genre of mythological paintings.
In the artwork, the legendary figure Baba Yaga is depicted riding through a dense, dark forest. She appears fierce and determined, clutching a child in one arm while controlling her unusual, animated vehicle that seems to exhibit characteristics of both a mortar and a hut with chicken legs, elements often attributed to her in Slavic folklore. The environment surrounding her is enigmatic and slightly foreboding, with twisted trees, large roots, and a mystical ambiance accentuated by the hues of the twilight sky. The scene is further enriched by the presence of animals, such as an owl, which adds to the eerie and magical essence of the mythological narrative Vasnetsov captured.
