This poster advertised Princess Hyacinth, a fairy tale ballet about a blacksmith who dreams that his daughter is a princess kidnapped by a sorcerer. The poster features a popular actress Andula Sedláčková, who starred in the title role.
➊ The absence of line and detail to create depth is very limited on her facial expression, to establish the figure’s pale and cold glance and her lack of contentment.
➋ The flower on the crown is Hyacinth, which is the name of the princess, representing her character furthermore. The red hyacinth symbolizes play time or recreation, contrasting her facial expression, further emphasizing the characterization of the princess.
Art Nouveau is characterized by its use of a long, sinuous, organic line. ➌ This
➊ The absence of line and detail to create depth is very limited on her facial expression, to establish the figure’s pale and cold glance and her lack of contentment.
➋ The flower on the crown is Hyacinth, which is the name of the princess, representing her character furthermore. The red hyacinth symbolizes play time or recreation, contrasting her facial expression, further emphasizing the characterization of the princess.
Art Nouveau is characterized by its use of a long, sinuous, organic line. ➌ This