The artwork titled “Costume design for the Opera ‘Legend of the Invisible City of Kitezh and Maiden Fevronia'” by the renowned artist Ivan Bilibin, dates back to 1934. This piece falls under the Art Nouveau movement, or Modern style, predominantly known for its distinct and highly stylized designs. The genre of this artwork is design, reflecting Bilibin’s meticulous craft in creating garments for theatrical productions.
The artwork prominently features a full-figure costume design for an opera character. Depicted is a youthful figure playing a long brass instrument, entirely garbed in elaborately conceived attire. The costume consists of a tunic adorned with a variety of ornate patterns, vibrant colors, and intricate embellishments. The tunic is notably accented with alternating black and blue swirls, floral motifs, and gold highlights. The lower garment is a pair of leggings embellished with blue floral designs on a white background, accompanied by green boots. The character’s headwear complements the overall design with a striped, somewhat whimsical hat. Overall, Bilibin’s intricate and expressive work conveys the spirit of the opera through vivid colors and detailed ornamental patterns.
