The artwork, titled “Bluebeard” by Gustave Doré, was created in 1862 and belongs to the Romanticism art movement. It is an illustration with dimensions of 33 x 27 cm and is part of the series “Tales and Stories of the Past with Morals.”
The artwork features a detailed and finely executed portrayal of a scene from the story of Bluebeard. The image depicts Bluebeard, a man with a large feathered hat and a voluminous beard, ominously handing a set of keys to a young woman. His facial expression is intense, and his eyes appear to be glaring, creating a sense of foreboding and tension. The young woman, dressed in ornate clothes, appears hesitant as she reaches for the keys. The background is intricately detailed with swirling patterns and textures that add depth to the scene. The use of sharp contrasts and meticulous lines highlights the dark and dramatic mood characteristic of Romanticism.
