Jultomten (1911) by John Bauer

Jultomten - John Bauer - 1911

Artwork Information

TitleJultomten
ArtistJohn Bauer
Date1911
Art MovementArt Nouveau (Modern)

About Jultomten

The artwork “Jultomten,” created by John Bauer in 1911, belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and falls into the genre of illustration.

The artwork features a whimsical character, possibly a gnome or elf, with long flowing hair and a red hat, standing in the presence of a large cat. This character is portrayed with a warm and cheerful facial expression, hands encased in patterned mittens. Below them, a bowl with a spoon lies, potentially indicating an element of domesticity or a festive offering. The visual elements are rendered in a detailed yet stylistic manner characteristic of the Art Nouveau movement, with intricate lines and delicate shading. The overall aesthetic conveys a sense of enchantment and folklore, capturing the essence of the period’s illustrative art.

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