Titelpagina ontwerp voor: Joost van den Vondel, Gysbreght van Aemstel 1893

This title page design for "Gysbreght van Aemstel" by Dutch playwright Joost van den Vondel was created in 1893 by Antoon Derkinderen, a prominent Dutch illustrator and graphic artist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The artwork is characterized by its intricate Art Nouveau style, featuring stylized floral motifs, flowing lines, and a sense of dynamism. The central figure, representing the city of Amsterdam, is depicted as a woman in a flowing gown, reaching towards the sky, embodying a sense of progress and aspiration. Derkinderen's mastery of detail and his use of color contribute to the visual richness of the design. The title page design for "Gysbreght van Aemstel" exemplifies the artistic principles of the Art Nouveau movement, combining decorative elements with symbolic meaning to create a visually stunning and intellectually engaging work.