The artwork “Suzanne” by Carl Larsson, created in 1894 in Sweden, is a portrait rendered in watercolor on paper. This piece belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement.
In the artwork, a young girl stands with a solemn expression, dressed in a dark, flowing dress that contrasts with her fair skin and auburn hair, adorned with a green ribbon. She is positioned against a background that exhibits elements of artistic elements and sketches, contributing to an atmosphere that melds the worldly with the whimsical. The soft, fluid application of watercolor imbues the scene with an ethereal quality, characteristic of Larsson’s style. Intricate details surrounding the girl and a sense of thoughtful composition define the piece, showcasing Larsson’s adeptness in capturing the innocence and earnestness of youth within the decorative and pastel-hued realm of Art Nouveau.
