The works of artist and photographer Uldus Bakhtiozina offer you a unique tour of Russian pre-Christian folklore and fairy tales. Her detailed and immersive creations provide interesting and unorthodox interpretations of the symbolism contained in the myths and legends of old.
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Zlatovlaska (Goldilocks), a fairy tale Tsarevna (princess) whose golden hair overshadows the light of the day and during the night lights up the sky, as most of others Tsarevnas from fairy tales.
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Triglava is a three-headed slavic goddess of Earth. Her three heads represent three basic elements: soil, water and air.
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"Celebration of Mashas."
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Tsarevna Frog (Princess Frog), a maiden trapped in the body of a frog because of a curse placed upon her.
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The Seven Heroes, protectors of the Sleeping Princess (Russia's version of Snow White).
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Vasilisa the Wise, a maiden renowned for her wisdom and beauty.
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The Zhar-Ptitsa (Firebird), an elusive and majestic creature considered to be the Russian version of the legend of the Phoenix.
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Baba Yaga, one of the most ambiguous characters in Russian folklore. While sometimes acting as a villain, she's often portrayed as a harsh but fair character, punishing the wicked but rewarding those she deems as worthy of her attention.
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The Soul of the Forest.
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Ryaba the Hen.
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Tsarevnas from Milky Rivers.
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Tsarevna Nesmeyana (The Princess Who Never Laughs), a fairy tale princess who was always taciturn and sad. The only person who finally managed to make her laugh was her one true love.
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Petrushka.
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Ivan. Sometimes Ivan the Prince, sometimes Ivan the Fool, he's the protagonist of many old Russian folklore tales who manages to triumph against impossible odds due to his quick wit.
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Soft and Strong, a tribute to the story of Vasilisa Mikulishna - a woman who had to disguise herself as a man and overcome many trials to rescue her true love.
