“Madame Rejane” is a lithographic illustration created by artist Aubrey Beardsley around the year 1897. This artwork is part of the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and is currently housed in the British Library in London, United Kingdom. As an illustration, it reflects the stylistic elements characteristic of Beardsley’s oeuvre and the broader movement it belongs to.
The artwork features a strikingly elegant female figure, adorned in period attire, with a self-assured expression. She holds a tassel-like object, perhaps a symbolic or fashionable accessory of the time. Her attire and hairstyle are indicative of late 19th-century fashion. To the left, an intricately detailed tree with dense foliage stands alongside a delicately winding path, rendered in sharp contrast with the stark black background. This juxtaposition of intricate detail and bold, clear lines is emblematic of the Art Nouveau style, showcasing both the organic forms and flowing lines that define the movement.
