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.