Beautiful mirror created by Art Nouveau master Alphonse Mucha (1860–1939) as the cover for the Christmas (Noël) 1903 edition of the French magazine Paris Illustré.
A prime example of his Art Nouveau style, which includes a prominent female figure, graceful lines, and rich ornamentation.
It features the artist's signature style, which became synonymous with the Art Nouveau movement (often called "le style Mucha")
A central female figure with flowing hair, a common motif in Mucha's works. Rich, decorative elements including flowers and an ornate background, emphasizing nature's forms.
A strong use of line and form, using bold outlines and delicate internal lines to communicate texture and material.
The artwork is widely believed to be a portrait of Gilberte Freund-Deschamps, the daughter of a wealthy art supply manufacturer and a friend of the artist.
Lovely vintage condition with minor signs of authentic patina.
Height: 57cm
Length: 43cm
Width: 2cm
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.