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Greetings Card : WILDE: SALOME. The Climax. Pen and ink drawing by Aubrey Beardsley for Oscar Wildes Salome
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WILDE: SALOME. The Climax. Pen and ink drawing by Aubrey Beardsley for Oscar Wildes Salome
WILDE: SALOME.
The Climax. Pen and ink drawing by Aubrey Beardsley for Oscar Wildes Salome
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Media ID 6189821
Art Nouveau Aubrey Beardsley Behead Christianity Corpse Dramatic Arts Genre Head John The Baptist Oscar Play Saint Salome Tragedy Wilde
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the captivating range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic artwork "WILDE: SALOME. The Climax" by Aubrey Beardsley. This exquisite pen and ink drawing is an unmistakable representation of Oscar Wilde's infamous play, Salome. The seductive and enchanting Salome, as depicted by Beardsley, is a timeless work of art that continues to intrigue and inspire. Our high-quality greeting cards bring the beauty of this masterpiece right to your doorstep, allowing you to share a piece of art and literature history with your loved ones. Perfect for special occasions or just to brighten someone's day, these cards are a unique and thoughtful gift. Experience the allure of Wilde and Beardsley with our Media Storehouse greeting cards.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
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This pen and ink drawing by Aubrey Beardsley for Oscar Wilde's Salome captures the climactic moment of this tragic tale. The intricate details and art nouveau style transport us to the 19th century, where we witness a scene filled with tension and symbolism. In this illustration, Beardsley skillfully depicts the climax of the play, as Salome holds the severed head of John the Baptist. The composition is striking, with Salome positioned at the center, her expression a mix of fascination and horror. Surrounding her are women in various states of shock and awe, their emotions mirroring our own. The religious undertones are evident as well, highlighting themes of Christianity throughout the story. The beheading scene represents a clash between desire and morality, making it an iconic moment in literature. Beardsley's attention to detail is remarkable; every line seems purposeful in conveying both beauty and darkness. This print serves as a reminder that art has no boundaries when exploring tragedy or controversial subjects. As admirers of Wilde's work or enthusiasts of dramatic arts, this print allows us to delve into one of his most famous plays visually. It invites us to reflect on themes such as power dynamics between genders or society's obsession with beauty. Overall, this piece by Aubrey Beardsley encapsulates not only Wilde's genius but also showcases Beardsley's exceptional talent as an illustrator within the genre.
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