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La Dame aux Camelias, 1894. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
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La Dame aux Camelias, 1894. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
La Dame aux Camelias, 1894. Woman standing at a dressing table, wearing a voluminous white coat over an evening dress with peacock feather motifs. The title refers to the 1852 novel by Alexandre Dumas fils, the tragic story of Marguerite Gautier, a courtesan who sacrificed herself for her lover. Marguerite is dying of consumption, the disease from which Beardsley himself died in 1898. From The Yellow Book, Vol. III. Published in " The Best of Beardsley" edited by R. A. Walker, [The Bodley Head, London, 1948]
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This print captures Aubrey Beardsley's iconic artwork, "La Dame aux Camelias" from 1894. The image showcases a woman standing at a dressing table, adorned in an exquisite evening dress embellished with peacock feather motifs. She is draped in a voluminous white coat, exuding elegance and grace. The title of the piece alludes to Alexandre Dumas fils' renowned novel published in 1852, depicting the tragic tale of Marguerite Gautier, a courtesan who selflessly sacrificed herself for love. Interestingly, Beardsley himself succumbed to consumption, the same disease that plagues Marguerite in the story. Originally featured in "The Yellow Book". Volume III, this illustration exemplifies Beardsley's distinct graphic design style associated with the Art Nouveau movement. The image evokes a sense of melancholy as it portrays Marguerite on her deathbed due to her ailment. Aubrey Vincent Beardsley was a British artist whose career flourished during the late 19th century. His contributions to literature and visual arts left an indelible mark on British culture. This particular print serves as a testament to his talent and creativity. Displayed against a backdrop of candles casting their soft glow upon Marguerite's profiled figure, this photograph encapsulates both beauty and tragedy within its composition. It stands as an enduring tribute to one of Beardsley's most poignant works and invites viewers into the decadent world he masterfully created through his artistry.
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