Lubok Engravings

Frogs | Flowers | Monkees | Twos | Threes

ubok is an ancient Russian form of engraving that utilizes carving, printing, and painting - all done exclusively by hand. Historically, Russian Lubok was used as a means of communication within the culture and was utilized in posters and as illustrations in religious and secular books. The Lubok also provided artistic material for Russian theatrical designers. At the beginning of the century, Igor Stravinsky's Petrouchka, hero of the Russian show booth, appeared on the theatre boards in the magnificent sets by Alexander Benois.

Lubok was the source of inspiration for many Russian artists regardless of their orientation. Among those working in the ancient Lubok style were many twentieth century artists such as Boris Kustodiev, Kazimor Malevich, Ivan Bilibin, Vladimir Mayakovsky, Mark Chagall and many others. Russian Lubok is treasured above all for its simple beauty, the child-like innocence and charm of its imagery and for its ability to celebrate its manifestations.

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Please note that exact coloration is unique to each piece.  

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