The artwork, entitled “A Family Demonstrating Underclothes Sold by ‘docteur Rasurel’,” is a piece by the artist Leonetto Cappiello. It belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) art movement and is categorized under the genre of advertisement and poster.
The artwork depicts a family comprising a man, woman, and child, all showcasing undergarments. The family is posed amidst a verdant background, with the child standing elevated on a pedestal. The vivid and lush greenery forms a captivating backdrop that highlights the figures, who are dressed in light-toned, hygienic undergarments. The bold text, “DOCTEUR RASUREL” and “SOUS VÊTEMENTS HYGIÉNIQUES,” is prominently displayed, emphasizing the promotional nature of the poster. The overall composition integrates elegance and simplicity, typical of Cappiello’s style, and effectively conveys the hygienic appeal of the undergarments being advertised.
