First Book: Chloe Washing Daphnis in the Cave of the Nymphs (Chloe lave Daphnis dansla caverne des nymphes) Possibly 1937
aristidemaillol
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pen drawing
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pen illustration
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old engraving style
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ink line art
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linocut print
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ink drawing experimentation
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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coloring book page
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doodle art
This woodcut, "First Book: Chloe Washing Daphnis in the Cave of the Nymphs," is attributed to French sculptor Aristide Maillol, a key figure in the Art Nouveau movement. The simplified lines and rounded forms echo the ideals of Art Nouveau, emphasizing organic shapes and decorative elements. The scene portrays the mythological characters Chloe and Daphnis in a lush and idyllic setting, highlighting Maillol's fascination with classical themes and the beauty of the human form.
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