No. 68 - Vasilisa the Beautiful by Ivan Bilibin c.1899

Miniature framed art print of a vintage dark forest folktale illustration. Perfect for storybook gallery walls, enchanted forest decor, and whimsical art lovers.

Vasilisa the Beautiful by Ivan Bilibin c.1899
The famous illustration captures the moment when Vasilisa arrives at the eerie forest home of Baba Yaga. The house sits at the edge of the wild forest, a place that symbolizes danger, transformation, and the boundary between the ordinary world and the unknown. The skull lanterns serve as a warning of those who failed the witch’s tests, while Vasilisa’s small figure approaching the hut reflects the heart of the story: a journey into darkness where courage, patience, and a little bit of magic can turn fear into survival and justice. Ivan Bilibin was a Russian illustrator best known for his richly decorative images of Slavic fairy tales, combining traditional folk patterns, medieval Russian art, and bold graphic lines to create the iconic visual style many people now associate with Russian folklore.

This small oil painting reproduction is printed on archival heavyweight art paper and paired with a handcrafted frame cast in Hydrostone plaster, using a mold from a 19th-century antique. Finished in-studio to capture the texture and patina of a real vintage frame, it offers all the beauty of an heirloom – without having to inherit it. Available in aged gold or classic black, depending on your mood (or your wall).

Sized in our Mini format, this piece fits perfectly on a book shelf, gallery wall, or any small space that deserves something with character and a bit of attitude. It arrives in a custom gift box that includes a removable art card from my curated collection of early 20th-century Swiss lithographed trading cards. On the back: a short message tied to the image - something between a fortune and a pep talk from the ghosts of a Swiss art collective. They’re collectible, slightly mysterious, and full of charm. Designs vary and yours will be chosen at random unless you request a specific one. See the last photo for the full collection. Inside the box, you’ll find a picture pin and an artist card with all the painting’s details.

7 x 8.5 inches (frame)
3.625 x 5 inches (artwork)
Archival textured art paper
Light yet sturdy at 1 lb 6 oz
Fitted with hardware for hanging

This print is currently shown in our mini frame, but it's also available in the small frame. If you'd prefer the small version, just message me and I’ll make it appear like magic (or at least pretty quickly).

Perfect for:
- adding a touch of gothic storybook magic to a shelf or wall.
- anyone who loves spooky fairy-tale forests and enchanted huts.
- those drawn to magic, courage, and a heroine who outsmarts the darkness.

SHIPPING:

For U.S. Orders - All of my work is handmade in Canada, which apparently makes it invisible to U.S. customs. Tariffs? Duties? Not here. Your order will sail across the border like a ghost through a locked door — no fees, no delay, no paperwork drama. Orders ship via Canada Post/USPS from Ontario with a transit time of 4 - 8 business days.

Canadian orders ship from Ontario via Canada Post with a transit time of 1 - 7 business days.

International orders ship via Canada Post with a transit time of 6 - 12 days.

As all items are made to order, photos shown are just examples.
Making a copy of the frame with the intention to sell it is strictly prohibited.