The Stone Flower

Interesting Facts

• The Stone Flower is part of a collection of tales based on Ural folklore and legends passed down through generations.
• The main character of the tale, Danila the Master, symbolizes the pursuit of perfection and the search for an ideal, reflecting philosophical ideas about creativity and art.
• The tale The Stone Flower inspired the creation of a ballet of the same name, which was staged in 1954 by composer Sergei Prokofiev.
• The tale features the image of the Mistress of the Copper Mountain, who is the guardian of natural treasures and symbolizes the connection between humans and nature.
• The story of Danila the Master and his quest to create the perfect stone flower reflects the theme of a person's struggle with themselves and their inner contradictions.