The artwork titled “Donkey, Illustration for the magazine Bogey” was created by Ivan Bilibin in 1906. This piece belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) art movement and falls within the genre of illustration.
The artwork portrays a donkey at its center, encircled by an ornate frame that is characteristic of Art Nouveau’s intricate and decorative style. Surrounding the donkey are elaborate motifs, including symmetrical figures that appear to be stylized eagles or gryphons with outspread wings, adding a sense of heraldic grandeur. The frame and the elements within it are rendered with precise and bold lines, creating a sense of texture and depth. The composition directs the viewer’s focus to the central figure of the donkey, while the intricate borders and patterns demonstrate the artist’s skill in combining both natural and fantastical elements.
