Kalenderblad oktober met zwanen 1901

Theo van Hoytema’s “Kalenderblad oktober met zwanen” (1901) is a vibrant depiction of the month of October featuring a pair of swans swimming beneath a canopy of foliage. The intricate design of the artwork blends Art Nouveau elements with traditional calendar form. A grid featuring the days of the month is framed by stylized birds, while the month's name is boldly proclaimed at the top of the piece. The work, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, highlights Van Hoytema's artistic mastery and provides a visual expression of the beauty of autumn in a unique and memorable way.