The Black Horseman [Bilibin]

Product Description

The Black Horseman is a character from the Russian fairy tale Vassilissa the Beautiful. The original is by Ivan Bilibin (1876-1942), who was a Russian artist, illustrator and stage designer who took part in the Mir Iskusstva movement and contributed to the Ballets Russes. He was inspired by Slavic folklore, and gained renown in 1899, when he released his singular illustrations for a series of Russian fairy tale books.

Hand painted brooch on wood, clear lacquer finish. 2½" diameter. Made in Russia. Gift boxed.

NOTE:  The glare on the image is a"hot spot", which is  a white area caused by studio lights reflecting off the shiny surface of the pin.