Mikhail Vrubel (1856-1910), the author of such masterpieces as “Demon and Swan Princess,” is probably one of the most tragic figures among famous Russian painters. Click to enlarge the image ...

The picture was inspired by Mikhail Lermontov's romantic poem ... Vrubel loved unrequitedly before marriage. After his seated demon, Vrubel painted The Demon Flying, who soars imperiously over ...