“Atalanta in Calydon with the Hound,” created by artist Aubrey Beardsley in 1896, is a genre painting that belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement. The artwork features intricate line work and stylistic elements characteristic of Beardsley’s style.
The artwork depicts a figure, presumably Atalanta, elegantly holding a bow as she walks beside a hound. The figure is adorned with a large, feathered hat and delicate, flowing garments. The hound is equally detailed, portrayed in mid-stride with a patterned covering draped over its body. The minimalist background ensures focus on the linear and decorative quality of the characters, exemplifying the elegance and ornamental essence of the Art Nouveau movement.
