The Black Domino, Aubrey Beardsly, Art Nouveau, 1885-1898
Aubrey Beardsly's work is exquisite, simple, intricate and amazing. This Victorian artist produced many fine works during his very short life. He was inspired by Japanese art and this is very visible in many of his works. The figures often tend to follow a grotesques subject, masculine feminine figures and erotic figures in compromising positions. That was his plan, he wanted to be grotesque!
His Japanese inspired works caught my eye, they appear simple. His use of black and white create intense contrast and arouse emotion. In The Black Domino, you can feel the masked figure gazing out at you as they appear to be in motion. The lack of surroundings and the mask alludes curiosity. Where is this figure, what are they doing and why are they hiding their identity? I love works that keep me yearning for more. If I look at another work will it tell me more of the story? Maybe, maybe not!
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