Cygne sauvage from L'animal dans la décoration (1897) by Maurice Pillard Verneuil. Archival Print on Museum Quality Matte Paper. Premium Wood Framed Wall Art. Original Aspect Ratio

Maurice Pillard Verneuil's "Cygne sauvage" from *L'animal dans la décoration* (1897) is a masterful example of Art Nouveau's intricate elegance and the movement's fascination with nature. Verneuil, a pivotal figure in the Art Nouveau movement, was renowned for his innovative approach to decorative arts, blending natural motifs with stylized forms. Born in 1869, Verneuil was a contemporary of luminaries like Alphonse Mucha and Gustav Klimt, and his work reflects the era's penchant for merging art with life.

"Cygne sauvage" exemplifies Verneuil's dedication to capturing the fluidity and grace of the natural world. The piece, a lithographic illustration, employs sinuous lines and a harmonious color palette to depict a wild swan—a symbol of purity and transformation. Verneuil's work often embraced the Art Nouveau philosophy of Gesamtkunstwerk, or total work of art, where every element is part of a unified whole.

The swan, rendered with meticulous attention to detail, floats amidst stylized aquatic plants, embodying the Art Nouveau ethos of nature as a source of artistic inspiration. This piece is significant for its contribution to the decorative arts, showcasing Verneuil's skill in combining aesthetic beauty with functional design. Currently, "Cygne sauvage" is held in private collections and museums dedicated to decorative arts, serving as a testament to Verneuil's lasting influence on the art world.
Artist Name: Maurice Pillard Verneuil

Artwork Name: Cygne sauvage from L'animal dans la décoration

Artwork Date: 1897

Artist Nationality: French

Artistic Style or Movement: Art Nouveau

Genre: Decorative Arts

Period: Late 19th Century

Medium: Print

Technique: Lithography

Cultural and Geographic Context: France

Thematic or Conceptual Context: Integration of natural forms into decorative art

Artist's Intent and Context: To explore and celebrate the beauty of nature through decorative design

Formal elements and Composition: Curvilinear forms

stylized representation of a swan

harmonious composition.

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