Illustration to a Poem by Arno Holz 1898

Alfred Roller's 1898 illustration "Illustration to a Poem by Arno Holz" is a masterful example of Jugendstil, also known as Art Nouveau, with its flowing lines and sinuous forms. The black and white drawing depicts a couple embracing amidst a lush landscape, their bodies intertwined and their expressions filled with passion and longing. The woman's long hair cascades down her back, creating a dramatic swirl of movement. This artwork, created for a poem by Austrian writer Arno Holz, captures the essence of the romantic and evocative tone of the poem through its visual language.