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A Platonic Lament, 1893. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
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A Platonic Lament, 1893. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
A Platonic Lament, 1893. A caricature of Oscar Wilde appears in the sky above a nude figure mourning over the body of the Young Syrian. A jester-like figure crouches beneath. Illustration for Wildess " Salome", [John Lane, 1894]. From " The Best of Beardsley" edited by R. A. Walker, [The Bodley Head, London, 1948]
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A Platonic Lament, 1893
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by Aubrey Beardsley is a captivating print that delves into the realms of art nouveau and decadent movement. This thought-provoking illustration serves as an accompaniment to Oscar Wilde's play "Salome", published in 1894. In this intricate artwork, we witness a nude figure consumed by sorrow, mourning over the lifeless body of the Young Syrian. The atmosphere is further intensified by the presence of a jester-like character crouching beneath them. Above this poignant scene, an ethereal caricature of Oscar Wilde appears in the sky, adding another layer of complexity to the composition. Beardsley's meticulous attention to detail shines through with his use of graphic design elements such as topiary plants shaped like roses and other flowers surrounding the mourner. These symbolic representations allude to themes found within Christianity and New Testament literature. The juxtaposition between beauty and tragedy is masterfully portrayed in "A Platonic Lament". Beardsley's unique artistic style challenges conventional norms while simultaneously capturing our imagination. Through his work, he invites us to contemplate concepts such as life, death, religion, and human nature. This particular print can be found in "The Best of Beardsley", edited by R. A. Walker and published by The Bodley Head in London in 1948. It stands as a testament to Beardsley's immense talent as an artist who pushed boundaries during his time while leaving behind a lasting legacy for future generations to appreciate.
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