The artwork titled “The Selfish Giant” by Charles Robinson, created in 1913, belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and falls within the genre of illustration. It is part of the series “Tales by Oscar Wilde (1913)”.
The artwork in question features a gentle and dreamlike scene dominated by soft pastel hues. At the center, a young child clothed in a flowing yellow garment stands calmly amidst an ethereal backdrop of blooming trees. The delicate depiction of the child conveys a sense of innocence and tranquility. Surrounding the figure, intricate tree branches adorned with blossoms weave through the air, creating an intertwined natural setting. This illustration exemplifies Robinson’s meticulous attention to detail and his ability to infuse a whimsical, almost otherworldly quality into his work, consistent with the themes often found in Oscar Wilde’s tales.
