The artwork, titled “Illustration for the poem ‘The Tale of the Golden Cockerel'” by Alexander Pushkin, was created by Ivan Bilibin in 1906. This piece is part of the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and belongs to the genre of illustration. It forms part of a series based on “The Tale of the Golden Cockerel”.
The artwork employs bold, intricate lines and vibrant colors, characteristic of the Art Nouveau style. The upper part of the illustration depicts a detailed procession with lavishly adorned horses and a richly decorated carriage, capturing the opulence and grandeur of the scene. The lower vignette features a golden cockerel elegantly framed by ornamental motifs, with the artist’s initials “I.B.” and the year 1907 inscribed, highlighting the artist’s signature touch and the continuation of the series. This combination of narrative detail and decorative elements exemplifies Bilibin’s mastery in bringing literary works to life through visual art.
