Titelblad til Jonas Lie, "Faustina Strozzi" 1875 - 1901

This is a title page illustration for Jonas Lie's novel "Faustina Strozzi", created by the Norwegian artist Waldemar Bøhme. The illustration depicts a woman standing on a stone wall, pointing towards a crowd of figures in the distance, while a man stands next to her, leaning on a staff. The image is rendered in a detailed black and white style, evoking a sense of drama and historical significance. The title page for "Faustina Strozzi" is a notable example of graphic art from the late 19th century, reflecting the artistic sensibilities of the era and serving as a captivating visual introduction to the story within.