This vintage art nouveau mirror, with a noir effect, is a unique piece of art. It features an elegant lady wearing an attractive headdress, her hair tied up, and a selection of glamorous clothing. The circle border is adorned with an intricate design of poppies, adding to its artistic value. The detailed pattern and the selection of artwork in a folder toward the bottom contribute to its fantastic artistic finish.
The works of Alphonse Mucha are characterised by sensual women, often surrounded by intricate floral motifs. These representations symbolise a fusion of feminine beauty and nature, capturing a woman's romantic and idealised essence. The poses of the women in his posters and paintings range from mutinous to contemplative, creating a sense of mysticism and serenity.
In Mucha’s work, the flower is not just an ornament but a powerful symbol. It represents beauty, fragility, and renewal. The relationship between woman and flower in his art reinforces the idea of inseparable femininity and nature, adding depth to his artistic expression.
Flowers also represent purity and transience, underlining an idealised vision of women as both eternal and fragile.
Height: 90cm
Length: 64cm
Width: 3cm
Created by Alfons Maria Mucha (24 July 1860 – 14 July 1939), known internationally as Alphonse Mucha, was a Czech painter, illustrator and graphic artist living in Paris during the Art Nouveau period, best known for his distinctly stylised and decorative theatrical posters, particularly those of Sarah Bernhardt. He produced illustrations, advertisements, decorative panels, and designs, which became among the best-known images of the period.