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The Platonic Lament, illustration from Salome by Oscar Wilde, 1894 (litho)
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The Platonic Lament, illustration from Salome by Oscar Wilde, 1894 (litho)
DGC288114 The Platonic Lament, illustration from Salome by Oscar Wilde, 1894 (litho) by Beardsley, Aubrey (1872-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aubrey Vincent Beardsley (1872 - 1898) was an English illustrator and author. His drawings in black ink, influenced by the style of Japanese woodcuts, emphasized the grotesque, the decadent, and the erotic. ); Prismatic Pictures
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Aesthetic Movement Bold Climbing Rose Contrast Contrasting Corpse Dark Distress Grief Grieving Grotesque Grotesques Lamenting Macabre Monochromatic Monochrome Oscar Wilde Poster Style Salome Stark Stylistic Thorns Dead Man Mourning
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The Platonic Lament, illustration from Salome by Oscar Wilde, captures the essence of Aubrey Beardsley's unique and provocative style. This striking lithograph, created in 1894, showcases Beardsley's mastery of black ink drawings influenced by Japanese woodcuts. In this macabre scene, we are confronted with a stark contrast between light and dark as a climbing rose entwines around an androgynous figure. The thorns of the rose symbolize pain and anguish while emphasizing the grotesque nature of the subject matter. The monochromatic palette adds to the haunting aesthetic movement that Beardsley was known for. The mournful atmosphere is intensified as we witness a grieving corpse lamenting over a dead man. It is through these bold and stylistic illustrations that Beardsley explores themes of death, grief, and distress prevalent in 19th-century literature. Beardsley's artistic interpretation perfectly complements Oscar Wilde's play Salome, which also delves into themes of decadence and eroticism. Through his intricate engravings, he brings to life Wilde's characters with an unmistakable touch of grotesque beauty. This print from Bridgeman Images allows us to delve into the mind of one of England's most influential illustrators during the late 19th century. It serves as a testament to Beardsley's talent for creating visually stunning works that continue to captivate audiences today.
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