Une Mère; Brocéliande; Les Flaireurs; Des Mots! Des Mots! 1896

This poster, titled "L'Œuvre," was designed by French artist Maxime Dethomas in 1896 for a literary magazine. The poster is a striking example of Art Nouveau style, featuring a single female figure rendered in a stylized, sinuous line. Dethomas's use of bold, graphic forms and a limited color palette emphasizes the poster's message, promoting the magazine's content. "L'Œuvre" also features Dethomas's signature, which was commonly seen in the pages of this popular magazine. The poster's dramatic composition and captivating imagery made it an effective piece of advertising and a notable example of Art Nouveau graphic design.