The artwork, titled “Illustration for the Russian Fairy Story ‘The Frog Princess’,” was created by the artist Ivan Bilibin in the year 1901. This piece falls within the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and belongs to the genre of illustration. The artwork is part of a series based on the fairy tale “The Frog Princess.”
In the artwork, a young girl is depicted standing in front of a rustic fence. She is clothed in traditional attire, complete with a headscarf and a long dress adorned with intricate detailing at the hem. The background showcases birch trees and sparse foliage, suggestive of a rural setting. The illustration is framed by natural motifs, including mushrooms, enhancing the fairy tale ambiance. The linework and composition reflect the stylistic characteristics of Art Nouveau, marked by natural forms and flowing lines. The monochromatic color palette adds a timeless quality to this evocative depiction of Russian folklore.
