Kalenderblad april met een hagedis 1901

Theo van Hoytema's "Kalenderblad april met een hagedis" (1901) is a calendar design featuring a lizard and blossoming magnolia branches. This artwork from the Dutch Golden Age is a prime example of the "Jugendstil" art movement, evident in its stylized floral elements, delicate lines, and natural motifs. The use of vibrant colors and a sense of movement through the twisting branches and the lizard's pose further contributes to the artwork's characteristically decorative and whimsical aesthetic. The calendar design exemplifies the movement's focus on celebrating nature and its beauty, making it a popular subject for calendars and other decorative objects of the time. Today, it resides in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to its enduring appeal.