Mermaid 1914

kolomanmoser

Private Collection

allegories

abstract expressionism

abstract painting

symbol

canvas painting

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

street graffiti

paint stroke

painting painterly

"Mermaid" (1914) by Koloman Moser is a striking example of Art Nouveau style. The painting depicts a nude mermaid lying on a rock with a vibrant color palette, featuring vivid greens, yellows, and browns. Moser's signature use of bold, flowing lines and stylized forms is evident in the mermaid's body and the surrounding landscape. The work's sensuality and mythical subject matter are typical of Art Nouveau's fascination with nature and the feminine. This painting reflects Moser's interest in both the natural world and the beauty of the human form.