Cartoon for the frieze of the Villa Stoclet in Brussels: right part of the tree of life

'Cartoon for the frieze of the Villa Stoclet in Brussels: right part of the tree of life' exemplifies the transition from Symbolic painting to Art nouveau (modern). As a hallmark of late 19th-century Symbolism and the transition to Art Nouveau, it blends stylistic influences from both movements. Embedded within this painting is a careful symbolism, an artistic characteristic drawn from the poetic movement that gave birth to Symbolic painting. It also hints at the aesthetics of the Art Nouveau style that would come to dominate the early 20th century. Consequently, the painting is a manifestation of the artistic dialogue occurring during this transformative period.