The artwork, titled “Adulterer,” was created by Aubrey Beardsley in 1897. It belongs to the Art Nouveau movement, also known as Modern, and falls under the genre of nude painting (nu).
The artwork represents a figure with minimalistic elegance, characteristic of Beardsley’s distinct style. The subject, a nude figure, stands poised with a subtle yet provocative posture, peeking behind a curtain. The image is rendered in clean, precise lines, a signature of the artist’s technique, conveying both simplicity and intricate detail. The monochromatic palette emphasizes the form and expression of the subject, drawing the viewer’s attention to the thematic nuances of the title “Adulterer.”
