(Article: MM-20252-795)
This original work «In the old womans hut» was created by the contemporary Russian artist Maria Melkova and is available for purchase online.
The painting has been exhibited in museums and galleries of the Siberian Federal District.
The painting “В избушке у старушки” is a visual embodiment of one of the most recognizable and important archetypes of Russian culture. The plot immerses the viewer in the atmosphere of a folk tale, where every element of the interior and every character has its own meaning and function.
At the center of the composition is Baba Yaga, a collective image of the Russian witch, mistress of the forest, and keeper of ancient knowledge. She is depicted in her hut, surrounded by animals — cunning cats who watch the scene warily, a sinister owl symbolizing wisdom and mystery, and even a frog, often found in Russian tales as an assistant or bearer of magic. All these details refer to archetypes and images familiar from childhood.
The interior of the hut contains many household items: antique utensils, wooden shelves with herbs and potions, boiling cauldrons. Fly agarics are cooking over the fire — an important symbol in Slavic mythology associated with magic and transformation. Baba Yaga is busy with her craft — preparing something, casting spells, and the viewer seems to become part of this process. The atmosphere of the painting is dynamic: the fairy tale is just beginning, and every object emanates a sense of action and anticipation of a miracle.
The painting is done in the recognizable style of naive art, which enhances the feeling of fairy-tale magic and brings back the world of childhood impressions. This plot will resonate with everyone who values a connection to their roots, loves Russian culture, and folk legends.
The work will become a bright accent in the interior, creating a cozy atmosphere and reminding of important life values — wisdom, the ability to see the essence of things, and to make decisions in unusual situations.
You can hang this painting on the wall in your apartment, house, office, restaurant, or hotel, and it will become a wonderful decoration for your interior.
You can buy the painting «In the old womans hut» online, sized 90 x 80 cm, with secure delivery to the address you specify.
Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2025
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Naive Art
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Fairytale
Size:
Large
Width:
80 cm
Height:
90 cm
Thickness:
3 cm
Framing:
Not (or not applicable)
Ships From: Austria
Delivery Cost: Shipping is not included in the price of the artwork
The shipping cost will be calculated at checkout. It depends on the size of the artwork and the delivery region, and typically ranges from €50 to €300.
Delivery Time: Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-20 business days for international shipments
Returns: 14-day return policy
Maria Melkova (born in 1982, Omsk) is an artist and a student of the Honored Artist of Russia S.E. Sochivko. She lives and works in Omsk. Her works ar ...
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