La Danse
Description
Medium: lithograph in colours on paper, edition 40/100
Size: 70 x 50 cm
Signed on the front lower right "Mucha"; numbered on the front lower left in pencil "40/100"
Provenance
Private Collection, Romania
Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity
Location
Bucharest, Romania
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Description
Alphonse Mucha, born on July 24, 1860, in Ivancice, Moravia (now Czech Republic), was a pioneer of the Art Nouveau movement. Mucha's distinct style, characterized by intricate patterns, flowing lines, and ethereal female figures, became synonymous with the aesthetics of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Beginning his career as a decorative artist in Paris, Mucha gained widespread acclaim for his iconic posters, especially those featuring actress Sarah Bernhardt. His innovative use of advertising art elevated him to international fame, and the term "Mucha Style" became synonymous with his decorative and ornamental approach.
Mucha's artistic endeavors extended beyond posters to include paintings, illustrations, and designs for jewelry, carpets, and theater sets. His masterpiece, the Slav Epic, is a series of monumental paintings celebrating Slavic history and heritage.
Alphonse Mucha passed away on July 14, 1939, leaving behind a legacy that continues to influence art and design, capturing the essence of the Belle Époque with timeless elegance and beauty.
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