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Absinthe Robette. 1896

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Artist: PRIVAT LIVEMONT (1861-1936) Size: 31 1/2 x 42 7/8 in./80 x 109 cm J.L. Goffart, Bruxelles One of the most iconic posters of all time, Livemont's design for Absinthe Robette perfectly captures the spirit of Art Nouveau. Every element of the image is lavishly decorative yet delicately organic. Holding up her glass with the reverence of a holy relic, we do not see the hand which pours the water over the sugar, adding a mystical, other-worldly quality to the concoction. The background is made up of sensual plumes of mint on green, echoing the milky swirl within the cup. There is also an obvious nod to Mucha in the execution of the woman's hair, as well as the cut-out halo encircling her head.

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