Snegurochka

Painting of Snow Maiden (1899) by Viktor M. Vasnetsov.

13 December, 2015 - 03:22 Alicia McDermott

The Snow Maiden of Slavic Folklore: Magical Characters of Winter from Russia

Ded Moroz, translated to (Grand)father Frost, or Old Man Frost, is a legendary Slavic character that makes his rounds every New Year’s Eve. Along with his companion, Snegurochka (Snow Maiden), he...

Ded Moroz and Snegurochka in the sleigh

12 December, 2015 - 14:24 Alicia McDermott

Meet Father Frost and his Fairy Goddaughter Snow Maiden: Magical Characters of Winter from Russia

Ded Moroz, translated to (Grand)father Frost, or Old Man Frost, is a legendary Slavic character that makes his rounds every New Year’s Eve. Along with his companion, Snegurochka, he brings delight to...