Birth from the Calf of the Leg 1894

"Birth from the Calf of the Leg" is a striking black and white illustration created by Aubrey Beardsley in 1894. This artwork, notable for its stark contrasts and symbolic imagery, exemplifies Beardsley's distinctive style, known for its fin-de-siècle aesthetic. The illustration's bold lines and graphic details, coupled with the suggestive subject matter, capture the essence of a time marked by social and artistic upheaval. Beardsley's work was widely recognized for its unconventional approach to beauty, characterized by exaggerated lines and starkness, which was considered both shocking and alluring at the time.