Zhar-Ptitsa, a literary and art magazine published by the Russian emigration from 1921 to 1926 in Berlin and Paris. A total of 7 issues, no. 1, 2, 4-5, 7, 8, 10, 12, dated 1921 to 1923. Circulation of 300 copies each. The magazines are richly illustrated in color with the late artworks of Russian avantgarde artists, including Natalya Goncharova, Ivan Bilibin, Mikhail Larionov. The texts are in German and Russian, typed in pre-reform Russian spelling. Zhar-ptitsa or Firebird is a magical creature from Slavic mythology, the captor of the bird is said to get his wishes fulfilled. Rare Antiquarian Librarian Books And Magazines For Collectors, Russian Emigre Publications.