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Winter; Hiver, c. 1896 (lithograph in colours)
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Winter; Hiver, c. 1896 (lithograph in colours)
1195300 Winter; Hiver, c.1896 (lithograph in colours) by Mucha, Alphonse Marie (1860-1939); 104.8x55.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Czech, out of copyright
Media ID 22317612
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1896 20th Century Decorative Arts Adverse Conditions Alphonse Marie Mucha Alphonse Mucha Artist Czech Aversion Bad Weather Bare Feet Bare Foot Barefeet Barefoot Blowing Cape Chill Czech Artist Eastern European Artist Feet Foot Frost Frosty Green Colour Hood Hooded Jugendstil Lithographic Lithoprint Looking Away Modern Style Mucha Nouveau Outer Garment Printed Prints Shivering Snow Covered Snowy Stile Liberty Temperature Turning Away Wintry Woman Alone Ethnic Origin Headwear
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This lithograph by Alphonse Mucha, titled "Winter; Hiver" transports us back to the late 19th century. The image showcases a solitary woman standing outdoors in adverse wintry conditions. Clad in a flowing green cape with her hood pulled up, she gazes away from the viewer, seemingly shivering from the cold. The artist's attention to detail is evident as he captures every nuance of this winter scene. The snow-covered ground and frost-laden tree branches create a picturesque backdrop for this lone figure braving the elements. Despite the biting chill, she stands barefoot, emphasizing her vulnerability and resilience. Mucha's art nouveau style shines through in this lithograph, with its intricate lines and vibrant colors adding depth and richness to the composition. The use of color is particularly striking here - from the contrasting greens of her cape against the snowy landscape to her pale complexion accentuated by rosy cheeks. As we admire this print, we are transported into a world where time seems frozen amidst swirling winds and blowing snowflakes. It serves as a reminder of both nature's beauty and its harshness during wintertime. This artwork encapsulates not only an era but also evokes emotions within us - feelings of solitude, strength in adversity, and perhaps even nostalgia for simpler times gone by.
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