Golden Cockerel Collection

Cover of the score of the opera The Golden Cockerel by N. Rimsky-Korsakov, 1908. Private Collection

The Tale The Golden Cockerel by A. Pushkin, 1907. Private Collection

Illustration to the fairytale The Golden Cockerel by A. Pushkin, 1907. Artist: Bilibin, Ivan Yakovlevich (1876-1942)
Illustration to the fairytale The Golden Cockerel by A. Pushkin, 1907. Found in the collection of Museum of the Goznak, Moscow

Stage design for the opera The Golden Cockerel by N. Rimsky-Korsakov. Artist: Malyutin, Sergei Vasilyevich (1859-1937)
Stage design for the opera The Golden Cockerel by N. Rimsky-Korsakov. Found in the collection of State Museum Abramtsevo Estate, near Moscow

Army of Tsar Dodon. Illustration for the fairy tale The Golden Cockerel by A. Pushkin. Found in the collection of State Museum Abramtsevo Estate, near Moscow

Costume design for the opera The golden Cockerel by N. Rimsky-Korsakov. Artist: Malyutin
Costume design for the opera The golden Cockerel by N. Rimsky-Korsakov. Found in the collection of State Museum Abramtsevo Estate, near Moscow

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"The Golden Cockerel: A Captivating Tale of Music, Art, and Fantasy" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of "The Golden Cockerel, " a timeless tale that has captivated audiences for over a century. This captivating story originated from the pen of renowned Russian poet Alexander Pushkin in 1907, later adapted into an opera by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. The cover of the score for Rimsky-Korsakov's opera transports us to a realm where imagination reigns supreme. Ivan Yakovlevich Bilibin's exquisite illustration to Pushkin's fairytale further brings this magical narrative to life with its intricate details and vibrant colors. Sergei Vasilyevich Malyutin's artistic genius shines through his stage and costume designs for the opera. His creations transport us to Tsar Dodon's kingdom, where armies clash and love intertwines with betrayal. The army of Tsar Dodon comes alive under Malyutin's skilled hand, capturing both their grandeur and ferocity. Boris Michaylovich Kustodiev adds his own touch to the stage design for "The Golden Cockerel" in 1927, infusing it with his unique style that blends realism and fantasy seamlessly. Konstantin Alexeyevich Korovin also leaves his mark on this mesmerizing production with his stunning stage design. Through these remarkable illustrations and designs, we are transported into a world filled with mythical creatures, daring heroes, treacherous villains, and ultimately love triumphing over all obstacles. The golden cockerel itself becomes more than just a mere bird; it symbolizes wisdom, fate, and the consequences of our actions. "The Golden Cockerel" is not just an opera or a fairytale—it is an immersive experience that combines music with visual artistry like no other. It invites us to explore realms beyond our imagination, where dreams come alive and the power of storytelling reigns supreme.