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Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin · 1876 – 1942

Crimea. Batiliman

1940

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Archangel Michael

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Закат

1926 · original 50 x 34 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Saints Boris and Gleb on the ship

Discover Ivan Bilbina’s ‘Saints Boris & Gleb on the Ship,’ a vibrant Russian Orthodox icon depicting St. George's triumph. Tempera, gold leaf & Byzantine style – a stunning piece of religious art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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St. Prince Vladimir

1926

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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The Death of Ivan the Terrible

1935

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Bird of Paradise Sirin

1905

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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The Streltsy Uprising

1936

Discover "The Streltsy Uprising" by Ivan Bilibin! A vibrant 1936 painting depicting a dramatic historical event. Explore Slavic folklore & art in this captivating masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Kulikov Battle

1935

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Prince Andrew Bogolyubskii

1926

Admire Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin’s 1926 icon of Saint Cyril of Kholm. Byzantine art, warm colors & symbolic details – a stunning example of Russian religious iconography.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Pogozero Olonets province Pudozh County

Discover Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin’s ‘Pogozero Olonets,’ a stunning watercolor illustration of an Orthodox church. Folk-art style, warm colors & Russian heritage – a unique piece!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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St. Prince Vladimir

1926

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Cover for the collection of fairy tales

1903

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Winter

1917

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Crane

1900

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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As the Germans let out a Bolshevik to Russia

1917

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Cake-city

1912

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Sketch for the Opera, The Golden Cockerel, by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

1909 · original 39 x 56 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Boris and Gleb

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Illustration for the poem 'The Tale of the Golden Cockerel' by Alexander Pushkin

View the most popular artwork of Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin ranked #20: Illustration for the poem 'The Tale of the Golden Cockerel' by Alexander Pushkin

Discover Ivan Bilibin’s stunning illustration from ‘The Tale of the Golden Cockerel.’ Vibrant Russian folk art, fairytale scenes & intricate details – a unique collectible!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Stepan Razin

1935

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Fragment of cover

1900

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Nice Candy Castle

1911

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Dobrynya Nikitich

1902

Discover Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin’s ‘Dobrynya Nikitich,’ a stunning 1902 illustration of a warrior & dragon! Explore its graphic style, folklore themes & intricate hatching technique.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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Mihajlo Potyk

1902

Discover 'Mihajlo Potyk' by Ivan Bilibin – a captivating illustration of Slavic folklore rendered in vibrant Art Nouveau style. Explore rich colors & dynamic storytelling.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 99 artworks by Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin
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The artist

Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin

1876 – 1942

Quick facts

Topics exploredadvertisments, forests, myths, russia, hills
Died1942
Works on APS99
Movementsart nouveau
Lifespan66 years
Art periodModern
Top-ranked workCrimea. Batiliman
Copyright statusPublic domain

Biography

Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin: A Life in Art

Early Life and Education

Born: 1876 in Tarkhovka, a suburb of St. Petersburg, Russia.
Ivan Bilibin demonstrated an early aptitude for art, nurtured by the vibrant cultural atmosphere of his surroundings.
He initially studied law at the University of St. Petersburg but soon abandoned it to pursue his artistic passions.
Bilibin received formal training at Anton Ažbe's School of Art in Munich (1898), where he was exposed to Art Nouveau and German satirical illustration, particularly the journal *Simplicissimus*.
He further honed his skills under the tutelage of Ilya Repin at the Imperial Academy of Arts in St. Petersburg.

Artistic Development and Influences

Early Influences: Bilibin’s artistic development was profoundly shaped by his ethnographic expeditions to northern Russia (Vologda, Olonetsk, Arkhangelsk governorates) between 1902-1904.
These travels sparked a deep fascination with Russian folk art, wooden architecture, and the rich traditions of the peasantry. He documented his findings in *Narodnoye tvorchestvo russkogo severa* (Folk Arts of the Russian North) published in 1904.
Japanese prints, with their emphasis on line, composition, and narrative storytelling, also exerted a significant influence on his style.
He embraced a distinctive aesthetic that blended elements of traditional Russian iconography, folk art motifs, and the decorative qualities of Art Nouveau.

Key Works and Artistic Style

Illustrations of Fairy Tales: Bilibin achieved widespread recognition for his enchanting illustrations of Russian fairy tales, beginning in 1899. Notable works include depictions of *Baba Yaga*, *Vasilisa the Beautiful*, and *Ivan Tsarevich catching the Firebird’s feather*.
Stage Design: He became a sought-after stage designer, collaborating with Sergei Diaghilev's Ballets Russes. His designs for Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov’s *The Golden Cockerel* (1909) are particularly celebrated.
Distinctive Style: Bilibin’s style is characterized by its elegant lines, flattened perspective, symbolic use of color, and meticulous attention to detail. He often incorporated elements of medieval Russian manuscript illumination into his work.
He also created posters and book illustrations for various publications, including *Dog Rose* and the Moscow Publishing House.

Political Engagement and Later Life

Revolutionary Period: During the Russian Revolution of 1905, Bilibin created politically charged cartoons for the magazine *Župel*, which was later banned.
Exile and Return: Following the October Revolution in 1917, disillusioned with the new regime, he left Russia. He lived in Cairo, Alexandria, and eventually settled in Paris (1925), where he worked as a decorator.
Despite his initial departure, Bilibin harbored a longing for his homeland and returned to the Soviet Union in 1936 after decorating the Soviet Embassy.
Tragic End: He died during the Siege of Leningrad in 1942, refusing to evacuate despite the dire conditions.

Legacy and Historical Significance

Ivan Bilibin is considered one of Russia’s most important illustrators and stage designers.
Revival of National Identity: His work played a crucial role in reviving interest in Russian folklore and national identity during a period of rapid social and political change.
Influence on Modern Art: Bilibin’s distinctive style influenced subsequent generations of artists, particularly those interested in exploring the intersection of art, folklore, and national culture.
His illustrations continue to captivate audiences worldwide with their beauty, imagination, and evocative portrayal of a bygone era.

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