Brita as Iduna (Iðunn), lithography, title page for the christmas edition of Idun, 1901

Brita as Iduna (Iðunn), lithography, title page for the christmas edition of Idun, 1901 by Carl Larsson
Artist
Carl Larsson
Date
1901 ; Sweden
Style
Art nouveau
Genre
Portrait
The lithograph titled "Brita as Iduna (Iðunn)," created as the title page for the 1901 Christmas edition of Idun, exemplifies the Art nouveau (modern) style with its flowing lines and ornamental detail. Depicting Brita as the Norse goddess Iðunn, the portrait captures both mythological symbolism and a refined aesthetic. The piece reflects early 20th-century artistic trends, blending myth with elegant design, making it a captivating example of how Art nouveau (modern) artists incorporated cultural motifs into their work for popular publications.

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