Cushion : Girl and a suns ray
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Girl and a suns ray
Art Nouveau style. Elegant young woman gazing at a golden butterfly. Artist: Raphael Kirchner Date: circa 1900
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Media ID 14165787
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Butterfly Gazing Kirchner Nouveau Raphael Suns
Medium 18" Cushion (46x46cm)
18"x18" (46x46cm) Fibre filled cushion with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone coloured faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft cushions
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This enchanting Art Nouveau print, titled "Girl with Sun Ray and Butterfly," is a stunning work of art by the renowned Austrian painter, Raphael Kirchner, created around the turn of the 20th century. The elegant young woman at the heart of the composition is depicted in a moment of quiet contemplation, her gaze fixed on a golden butterfly that seems to have alighted on the tip of a sunbeam. The sun's rays, depicted in swirling, fluid lines, reach out from behind the woman, casting a warm, golden glow over the scene. Kirchner's masterful use of color and form is on full display in this image. The woman's flowing, ethereal dress is rendered in rich hues of gold, amber, and orange, blending seamlessly with the sunbeam and the butterfly. The intricate, organic patterns that characterize the Art Nouveau style are evident in the delicate details of the woman's hair and the delicate, almost translucent wings of the butterfly. The historical context of this print is equally intriguing. The Art Nouveau movement, also known as the Jugendstil in German-speaking countries, emerged in Europe in the late 19th century as a reaction against the industrialization and urbanization of the time. Artists like Raphael Kirchner sought to reconnect with nature and the organic world, and their works often featured flowing lines, organic shapes, and a sense of fluidity and movement. This beautiful print is a testament to the enduring appeal of Art Nouveau, and a reminder of the rich artistic traditions of the past. It invites us to pause and reflect on the beauty of the natural world, and to appreciate the elegance and grace of the human form.
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