“Baba Yaga. Illustration for the fairy tale ‘Vasilisa the Beautiful'” is an illustration by Ivan Bilibin, created in 1900. The artwork belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and falls under the genre of illustration. It is part of the series “Vasilisa the Beautiful.”
The artwork depicts Baba Yaga, a character from Slavic folklore, navigating through a dense, enchanted forest. The scene is intricately detailed, with Baba Yaga shown riding her mortar, a common element in her tales. The forest is filled with tall, slender trees and clusters of mushrooms on the forest floor, creating a mysterious and magical atmosphere. The border surrounding the artwork is rich in geometric patterns, enhancing the overall aesthetic typical of Ivan Bilibin’s style. The use of earthy tones contributes to the mystical and eerie ambiance of the piece.
