Illustration to Pushkin’s poem The Bronze Horseman by Alexander Benoit

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1. Description of the painting by Alexander Benois “Parade under Paul I”In 1907, Benoit performed a series of works on historical subjects, which included the painting “Parade under Paul I”. This was due to the order of the publisher I. N. Knebel for his “Russian History in Pictures”. In addition to the works of Benoit, the book contained paintings by Dobuzhysky, Serov and other masters of […]...
2. Description of the painting by Alexander Benois “Versailles. Walk the King “Alexander Benois showed great interest in the art of Russian and European Baroque since childhood. He sought to achieve a synthesis of Western European trends and some elements of traditional Russian folk art. He began to draw in kindergarten. The atmosphere in the house contributed to its artistic development. From 1896 to 1899, Benoit lived […]...
3. Description of the painting by Alexander Benois “Cemetery”Many works by Benoit are distinguished by gloom, dullness, anxiety. This distinctive feature of the artist has always distinguished him from both modern and classical artists. His works are imbued with darkness and reflections, like paper with ink. Artist Benoit in his youth especially attracted and fascinated the mysterious, shrouded in gloomy mysticism, scenes and […]...
4. Illustration for “The Tale of Tsar Saltan” by Ivan BilibinThe illustrator Ivan Bilibin made the series of paintings-descriptions of “The Tale of Tsar Saltan”, composed by Pushkin. He wrote several works reflecting the key points of the story. The artist depicted the main characters, the king, the ambassadors, and also pleased us with unsurpassed, emotional landscapes. Experts attach this series of illustrations to the […]...
5. Illustration to the fairy tale “Sister Alyonushka and Brother Ivanushka” by Ivan BilibinEach of us remembers the wonderful Russian fairy tales that he read in childhood. Over time, they completely changed. People told them to each other, adding something of their own and thereby significantly enriching the overall content. Tales at first were not published. Only in the 17th century, in the second half, began to appear […]...
6. Description of the illustration by Gustave Dore “The Forest of Suicides”Description of the illustration by Gustave Dore “The Forest of Suicides” Throughout his entire creative life, the artist has created more than 500 illustrations of famous works, including fairy tales and biblical scenes. The first illustrations of the Divine Comedy, Dante Dore began writing at the age of ten and continued over the years. This […]...
7. Description of the illustration to the fairy tale “The Little Humpbacked Horse” by Yury VasnetsovIn 1935, Vasnetsov completed illustrations for the fairy tale of P. P. Ershov “The Little Humpbacked Horse”. Yury Vasnetsov depicted the images of fairy tales bright and special. In each created picture, he used the method characteristic of him, which is inextricably linked with folk art. The artist brings the principles of folk art into […]...
8. Illustration to the fairy tale “Marya Morevna” by Ivan BilibinFor four years, a talented artist Ivan Bilibin managed to write illustrations for seven tales. And although they are all not large in volume, but they are rather large-format. The most important difference between his works is considered to be the unique patterned pattern, decorative elements. The author tried not only to create several separate […]...
9. Description of the painting by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin “Black Horseman”The illustration of Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin “The Black Horseman” to the fairy tale “Vasilisa the Beautiful” was made in 1900 Fabulous illustrations of I. Ya. Bilibin are peculiar to pattern and decorativeness. The Black Horseman, like the other drawings of the author, is surrounded by an ornament: mythical birds are depicted on the sides, symbolic […]...
10. Description of illustration of Ivan Bilibin “Vasilisa the Beautiful”Probably, everyone was holding in his hands beautiful children’s books in a dense colorful cover with patterns on the margins in the old Russian style. And certainly everyone knows the tale of Vasilis the Beautiful. Let us dwell in more detail on the illustrations for this particular fairy tale, created by the remarkable artist Bilibin. […]...
11. Description of illustration by Ivan Bilibin “Guidon and the Queen”Ivan Bilibin subtly felt the distinctive character and bright temper of the people of ancient Russia and knew how to convey it in his paintings. Looking at the illustrations of this remarkable artist at first glance it is impossible to perceive the whole holistic depth of his works. Only with the most detailed consideration of […]...
12. Illustration to the fairy tale “Finista Jasna-Sokol feather” by Ivan BilibinBilibin was an ordinary artist – he grew up in Petersburg, he listened to fairy tales in early childhood and vaguely remembered. But one day he came to the exhibition, where he saw Vasnetsov’s painting “Warriors”, and his life changed drastically. He was so impressed with the work of his colleague and her theme that […]...
13. Illustration for the fairy tale “The Frog Princess” by Ivan Bilibin (Ivan Tsarevich and the Frog)The great Russian artist Ivan Bilibin liked to create illustrations for fairy tales, this particular trend in art was especially good for him. Since 1899, he created entire cycles for the publication of fairy tales, while working in different styles. For each story, he picked up his approach, made his own flavor. He worked in […]...
14. Illustration to “The Tale of the Golden Cockerel” by Ivan BilibinA picture of the famous Russian artist Ivan Bilibin, who was one of the first to consider the problem of illustrations of children’s literature. Today it is difficult to imagine a book without pictures. The best illustrations were drawn in the times of the development of children’s literature, but still enjoys popularity. This picture is […]...
15. Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “Madonna with a flower” (Madonna Benoit)Madonna with a flower is one of the first works of art of Leonardo. Da Vinci portrayed Madonna in a room with a darkened view, in which the image in the depth of a double window is the only source of light. The window is presented in the addition of greenish light, which can not […]...
16. Illustration for the tale of Ivan the Tsarevich. The Firebird and the Gray Wolf by Ivan BilibinIvan Bilibin is an artist who introduced irreplaceable development to Russian folk tales with his illustrations. For four years he creatively designed seven fairy tales, but this did not stop. The artist grew up in the Petersburg environment and was far from Russian national folklore and the past. But after visiting the exhibition of artists […]...
17. Description of the illustration of Ivan Bilibin to the tale “Ivan Tsarevich and the Firebird”Before us is an illustration of a famous fairy tale. Bilibin is a true master who has managed to convey the special beauty of this amazing genre. Fairy tales allow us to plunge into a world full of wonders. There are herbs in it. Animals and birds can talk. The man understands them perfectly. Firebird […]...
18. Description of the painting by Fyodor Bruni “The Bronze Serpent”There is an episode in the Bible that seems rather cruel. After the Jews came out of the land of Egypt, they set out on a forty-year journey through the desert in search of the promised land. After some time, people began to grumble – the lack of water, food, deprivation of the way made […]...
19. Description of the painting by Rembrandt “Polish Horseman”This picture belongs to the late period of Rembrandt (1655 g). A few years ago, famous art critics, led by Julius Held, were challenged by the painting. It was hypothesized that the canvas was written by Rembrandt’s best student – Willem Drost. Despite numerous disputes, the painting “Polish Horseman” is included in the list of […]...
20. Description of the painting by Alexander Benois “Summer Garden under Peter the Great”Tsar-father, reformer of Russia Peter Alekseevich Romanov invented fun for his subjects. Or rather, something like a punishment. Not accustomed to local nobles to the promenade. And as he did not at first drive them out of the house, at first it was impossible to inculcate this habit in the evening – to walk in […]...
21. Description of the illustration by Ivan Bilibin “A Feast at Prince Guidon”Ivan Bilibin was able to turn book illustrations into real art, which was confirmed by one of his works. The painting titled “Feast of Prince Guidon” is known to everyone since childhood. Getting acquainted with the work of Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin, young inquisitive minds had the opportunity to approach the work of another brilliant master. […]...
22. Description of the illustration by Ivan Bilibin “Baba Yaga”Bilibin illustrated fairy tales written by the Russian people. All of us have known Baba Yaga since childhood. She lived in an unusual hut that stood on chicken legs. Usually she lay on the stove or shop. Yaga moved with the help of a stupa and a broomstick. Bilibin created a huge number of illustrations […]...
23. Description of the painting by Salvador Dali “Dante”Painting by Salvador Dali “Dante” is one of the artist’s illustrations to the work “Divine Comedy”, depicting its author – Dante Alighieri. Drawing watercolor looks simple and brilliant at the same time. There are no extra strokes or shades. He portrays an Italian scribe and poet walking in an important and thoughtful pose (this is […]...
24. Description of the illustration by Yuri Vasnetsov “Three Bears”Yury Vasnetsov, as a talented artist in the field of children’s art, children’s literature and illustrated books, always kept a little apart from all other authors. Yuri studied from Petrovo-Vodkin himself, as well as from such a talented artist of his time, like Malevich. As a result, Yury Vasnetsov became one of the most promising […]...
25. Illustration to the fairy tale “White duck” by Ivan BilibinThe illustration of the “White Duck”, exactly like six more fairy tales, is significant in that Bilibin was able to develop and actively introduce into his work a special drawing technique – ink, colored with watercolor. Bilibin was a supporter of the use of Russian ornament in the design of his works. In this regard, […]...
26. Illustration for the epic “Volga” by Ivan BilibinBilibin constantly to illustrate all sorts of epics and legends. “Illustration to the epic by Volga” is made in an ornamental graphic-decorative design, which is completely based on the motifs of the epics and legends of the Russian people. The illustration is made with ink painted with watercolor, while it is worth noting that Bilibin […]...
27. Description of the painting by Alexander Cabanel “The Birth of Venus”The erotic work of the artist Cabanel is currently located in Paris, in the Orsay Museum. The author of “The Birth of Venus” was one of the most popular favorites of the public, he was adored by the rulers. And the reason for this love of the people and the rulers was simple – he […]...
28. Illustration to the fairy tale “Ilya Muromets and the Nightingale the Robber” by Ivan BilibinBylina about Ilya Muromets is one of the main components of the Old Russian epos. If you believe her, Ilya Muromets spent thirty years and three years lying on the stove, because his legs did not walk, but when he was thirty-three, three elders came to him and returned his ability to walk so that […]...
29. Description of the painting by Basil Vereshchagin “After good luck”Vereshchagin was twice in Central Asia, which inspired him to write the Turkestan series of paintings. The artist in the East was struck and shocked by everything: from the beauty of human hearts and the amazing things created by the hands of people to the cruelty and indifference of the surrounding world. In many paintings […]...
30. Description of the painting by Boris Zvorykin “Boris Godunov”Several dozens of illustrations were written by Russian artist Boris Zworykin to accompany the work “Boris Godunov” by A. Pushkin. The dramatic play of the genius of Russian literature captivated the imagination of the illustrator. Graphic drawings were ready in a century since the writing of the realistic drama of Pushkin. Year of completion of […]...
31. Description of the painting by Alexander Ivanov “Self-portrait”The painting “Self-portrait” is one of the most popular works in the works of A. I. Ivanov. It is different from most paintings by the artist. The work was written before the trip to Germany, this event forever changed the life and worldview of the creator. He came from Europe he is a completely different […]...
32. Description of the painting by Ivan Aivazovsky “Alexander Pushkin on the beach”The canvas was painted in 1887 in oil on canvas. Aivazovsky – the great Russian painter. His canvases are known all over the world. He gained his popularity in his youth, after presenting his works on the maritime theme at the exhibition. Then she made an incredible impression on artists. His love for the sea […]...
33. Description of the painting by Alexander Morozov “For tea drinking”Russian artist Morozov wrote truly beautiful paintings, each of which is different and has its own charm and zest. Despite the fact that Morozov did not leave many pictures, they are still remembered by the audience for their skill and ease. The works of the Russian artist are represented in famous museums and occupy a […]...
34. Description picture Alexander Samokhvalov “Conductors”In 1928, at the exhibition “Circle of Artists”, Samokhvalov presented one of the most impressive paintings in his performance, which was created in the heyday of the artist’s talent. The pathos of the era – this is how Alexander Samokhvalov called his “Conductor.” The artist sought to convey and perpetuate the image of the people […]...
35. Description of the painting by Mikhail Vrubel “The Head of the Demon”In the year when Vrubel moved to Moscow, he became acquainted with the then famous writer Konchalovsky, who was working on publishing Lermontov’s works. He ordered from the artist several illustrations to the works of the poet – including the “Demon”. All the illustrations to the poem (although, judging by the richness of the palette, […]...
36. Description of the painting by Gustav Dore “Bible”French engraver and painter Gustave Dore left a rich artistic heritage on the theme of religion. Several hundred illustrations were created by him in the subjects of the bible. His unique drawings reflected bible stories from the Old and New Testaments. He did not confine himself to these two important spiritual books, and added illustrations […]...
37. Description of the painting by Mikhail Nesterov “Alexander Nevsky”Mikhail Nesterov was born into a merchant family with strong religious roots. The boy’s father strongly encouraged the desire of his son to painting. At the beginning of Alexander’s career, his paintings did not have much success – critics blamed the young artist for their detachment and cold work. The death of his beloved wife […]...
38. Description of the painting by Alexander Deineka “Textile workers”Soviet painter Alexander Deineka could develop his talent in the bosom of Mexican muralists or American social realists. However, he considered them very small for his works. He wanted to work in the Soviet Union, in a state that needed the country’s ideas to be expressed on a larger scale. Throughout his life, Alexander Alexandrovich […]...
39. Description of the painting by Alexander Samokhvalov “Girl in a T-shirt”Samokhvalov, a famous artist of the Soviet period, created many outstanding works. One of the most famous paintings in his collection was the Girl in a T-shirt. The canvas of 1932 received rave reviews from critics. Until now, this striking work of skill and design from the past era has attracted viewers. On the canvas, […]...
40. Description of the painting by Alexander Shilov “Nastya”Alexander Shilov was born in the capital of the Russian Federation in 1943. Youth in the postwar years is not a very easy time, but Alexander believed in the best. Starting from the age of 15, he helped the family – got a job as a loader. The beginning of his creative journey was laid […]...