The artwork, titled “Sketch of costumes for ‘Tale of Tsar Saltan’,” was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1919. It belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) art movement and falls under the genre of design.
The artwork presents a detailed sketch of costumes designed for the “Tale of Tsar Saltan.” It depicts two figures from behind, draped in intricately detailed garments. The figure on the left is cloaked in a red shawl adorned with green patterns, while the figure on the right wears a greenish shawl with floral motifs. Their voluminous skirts display rich, earthy hues, complemented by ornate borders in contrasting colors. The background of the artwork is kept minimalistic, allowing the viewer’s focus to remain on the elaborate costume designs. The use of color and attention to detail reflect the stylistic characteristics of the Art Nouveau movement.