The artwork, titled “Stamp Design Empress Zita (not accepted),” was created by Koloman Moser in 1917 in Austria. The medium used is Indian ink on paper, and it is associated with the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 23.6 x 16.5 cm, and it falls under the genre of design.
This meticulously crafted stamp design features a profile portrait of a woman, likely Empress Zita, in a distinct Art Nouveau style. The border of the artwork is adorned with stylized floral patterns and geometric shapes, giving it a delicate and ornate appearance. The typography, used in both the upper text “ÖSTERREICH” and the lower denomination “14 KRONEN,” is characteristic of the time period and art movement, with bold, angular letters that harmonize with the overall decorative theme. Despite the elegance and precision of the design, it was ultimately not accepted as an official stamp.
