Scholar's Delight - Edward Penfield, 1895
Scholar's Delight - Edward Penfield, 1895
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The Story Behind
Edward Penfield's "Man in academic dress" from 1895 is a quintessential example of American Art Nouveau and a hallmark of early 20th-century illustration and poster art. The image features a dapper gentleman in academic regalia, holding a book and a pipe, exuding an air of contemplative leisure. His vibrant yellow hair and the bold, flat areas of color are characteristic of Penfield's distinctive graphic style, which broke from the more ornate European Art Nouveau. The stylized red roses in the foreground add a touch of natural elegance, contrasting with the crisp lines of the figure. This piece beautifully captures the refined aesthetic of the fin-de-siècle, serving as a charming representation of intellectual life and sophisticated design from the period, making it a valuable piece for collectors of vintage advertising art and graphic design history.












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