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Cover Design for the Cambridge ABC, 1894. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
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Cover Design for the Cambridge ABC, 1894. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
Cover Design for the Cambridge ABC, 1894. A masked figure and a woman wearing a dress with a long train meet in a formal garden. A students magazine published during Eights Week by three undergraduates whose names began with A, B and C (R.A. Austen Leigh, Maurice Baring and W.H. W. Cornish). From " The Best of Beardsley" edited by R. A. Walker, [The Bodley Head, London, 1948]
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This print showcases the mesmerizing "Cover Design for the Cambridge ABC, 1894" by Aubrey Beardsley. The artwork depicts a scene set in a formal garden during Eights Week, featuring a masked figure and an elegantly dressed woman with a long train. Published as part of a student magazine at Cambridge University, this cover design was created by three undergraduates whose names began with A, B, and C - R. A. Austen Leigh, Maurice Baring, and W. H. W. Cornish. It beautifully captures the essence of the art nouveau movement that dominated the late 19th century. Beardsley's intricate illustration skillfully combines elements of nature with satirical undertones. The masked figure gestures towards the woman while surrounded by lush trees and plants, creating an air of mystery and intrigue. The graphic design reflects Beardsley's unique style characterized by bold lines and meticulous attention to detail. His work often pushed boundaries and challenged societal norms through its decadent aesthetic. This remarkable piece is just one example from "The Best of Beardsley" edited by R. A. Walker in 1948. It serves as a testament to Beardsley's lasting influence on British art and literature during his time at Cambridge University. Overall, this print encapsulates not only Beardsley's artistic brilliance but also represents an important era in both education and publishing history at Cambridge University.
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