Educational Illustration

The Bestiary. Russia’s Ten Epic Monsters

The Bestiary website impressively brings to life ten mythological beasts from various regions of Russia, together with their stories. The black, richly detailed illustrations of these creatures from Slavic, Caucasian, Finno-Ugric, Turkish and Manchu-Tungus folklore stand out thanks to their bold lines. The monsters are clearly categorised with individual profiles, while matt background colours help the viewer to visually distinguish between the creatures’ respective habitats. Their portrayal within the environment of present-day Russia creates an effective contrast between myth and modernity.

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