'Waiting' 1893

'Waiting', a black and white illustration by Aubrey Beardsley, is a striking example of the artist's signature style, known as Art Nouveau. The dramatic composition features a woman in a voluminous hat, her expression both vacant and alluring. This work, created in 1893, demonstrates Beardsley's masterful use of line and shadow to create a sense of both beauty and mystery. The delicate lines and exaggerated forms contribute to the piece's overall sense of whimsy and decadence, characteristic of Art Nouveau, a style that flourished in the late 19th century.