How King Arthur Saw the Questing Beast

aubreyvincentbeardsley

comic strip sketch

comic strip

pen illustration

junji ito style

ink line art

linework heavy

comic style

comic art

graphic novel art

doodle art

"How King Arthur Saw the Questing Beast" is an illustration by Aubrey Beardsley, known for his distinctive black and white style. This artwork portrays a fantastical scene, depicting King Arthur encountering the legendary Questing Beast. Beardsley masterfully utilizes line and shadow to create a dramatic and eerie atmosphere, highlighting the beast's grotesque features and the ethereal quality of the forest. The image reflects the influence of the Art Nouveau movement, with its organic forms and flowing lines.