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1920s Mariette Lydis gilded print, Snake, framed art, antique
$265.00
An original c.1925 German gilded offset print titled Reptil (Reptile) after Austrian artist Mariette Lydis, created for her illustrated Orientalisches Traumbuch (Oriental Dream Book), presented in a vintage black and gilt frame.
Featuring an intricately illustrated coiled serpent surrounded by vibrant jewel-toned geometric ornamentation and delicate gold detailing, this striking composition reflects the exoticism and decorative elegance of the Art Deco period.
23cm x 17cm frame
10cm x 10cm artwork
About the Artist
Mariette Lydis (1887–1970) was an Austrian-born painter, printmaker and illustrator who rose to prominence in the Parisian art scene during the 1920s and 1930s. Celebrated for her imaginative compositions, intricate illustrations and distinctive use of symbolism, her work drew inspiration from Eastern art, literature and the avant-garde. She later settled in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and her works are represented in major international collections, including the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.
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