Personificatie van de maand mei 1851 - 1870

"Personificatie van de maand mei," a lithograph by Belgian artist Bernard Romain Julien, depicts a woman personifying the month of May. The woman wears a crown of flowers and holds a bouquet, symbolizing the beauty and bounty of spring. Created between 1851 and 1870, this artwork showcases Julien's skill in capturing the delicate details of nature, as well as his ability to represent abstract concepts through realistic imagery. It is a fine example of the Neoclassical style popular in 19th-century Europe. Today, this artwork resides in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to its enduring appeal.