The artwork titled “No. 7,” created by Aubrey Beardsley in 1896, belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and falls within the design genre. The illustration was featured as an element of “The Savoy,” an illustrated monthly publication edited by Arthur Symons.
In this artwork, a figure on the left appears to be in a hesitant or cautious posture, dressed in what seems to be a striped garment and a distinctive hat. The figure on the right, holding an open book and dressed in flowing attire, leans towards the first figure, possibly in an act of reading or instructing. The background consists of a simple landscape, emphasizing the prominent interaction between the two primary characters. This monochromatic illustration demonstrates Beardsley’s signature style, characterized by precise lines and intricate details.
