Wonderful vintage Mucha art nouveau repos de la nuit picture.
Beautiful vintage Mucha art nouveau design showing a glamorous lady wearing an elegant pastel peach flowing dress—superb detail posing, resting on a shoal draped over a chair. The stained glass border, intricate pattern design, and vivid matt colours create an excellent design for your home decor.
Underneath are the repos de la nuit fonts and the signature.
Comes with a sleek coloured wooden frame.
It is in excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of original patina.
Height: 87cm
Length: 40cm
Width: 2cm
Mucha was a Czech painter, illustrator, and graphic artist who lived in Paris during the Art Nouveau period. He was known for his decorative theatrical posters, particularly Sarah Bernhardt's. He often used lithography as his printing technique and signed his posters within the block.
Repos de la nuit, 1899" is a mesmerising artwork by Alfons Marie Mucha, the renowned Czech artist of the Art Nouveau movement. This colour lithograph captures the essence of tranquillity and beauty in the night.
Mucha transports us to a dreamlike world where nature and femininity intertwine harmoniously. A graceful woman with flowing hair lies peacefully
The soft hues and intricate details create a sense of serenity that invites viewers to immerse themselves in this nocturnal scene.
Mucha's signature style shines through as he masterfully combines organic forms with decorative elements characteristic of Art Nouveau.
His meticulous attention to detail elevates this print into a work of fine art that continues to captivate audiences over a century later.
This print holds immense historical significance as it represents one of Mucha's most iconic works from his prime years as an artist. It serves as a testament to his enduring legacy in poster design and graphic arts.
As we gaze upon "Repos de la nuit, 1899," we are reminded not only of its aesthetic allure but also of its ability to transport us into realms beyond our imagination, inviting us to find solace in the tranquil embrace of the night.