Hof der genietingen 1895

"Hof der genietingen" (Court of Enjoyments) is a woodcut print by Dutch artist Karel Petrus Cornelis de Bazel, created in 1895. The image depicts a woman in profile, standing before a framed image of a bearded man's face. Both figures are stylized in a manner typical of the Art Nouveau movement. The use of intricate line work and decorative patterns, along with the elongated and stylized figures, characterize the Art Nouveau style. The artwork's title suggests a theme of pleasure and indulgence, which is reflected in the woman's elegant pose and the ornate decoration surrounding her. De Bazel was a prolific printmaker who produced many works in the Art Nouveau style, contributing to its popularity in the Netherlands during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.