Created in 1904 by the Catalan artist Gaspar Camps, Élégante aux plumes de paon is an original decorative poster embodying the sophistication and ornamental richness of the Belle Époque. Printed in color lithography, the work celebrates feminine elegance through the flowing lines and refined details associated with Art Nouveau.
The composition presents a fashionable young woman turning gracefully toward the viewer. Her elaborate headdress is crowned with magnificent peacock feathers, while long golden earrings and a delicate green necklace emphasize the elongated silhouette. The softly rendered face and pale clothing create an elegant contrast with the feathers’ intense blue, green and golden tones.
Behind the figure, a circular field of black-and-white vertical stripes acts almost like a modern graphic halo. This bold geometric element gives the composition remarkable visual rhythm while drawing attention toward the woman’s face. Peacock feathers—symbols of beauty, luxury and exotic refinement—were especially suited to the decorative imagination of the Art Nouveau period.
Gaspar Camps i Junyent (1874–1942) was a Catalan painter, illustrator and poster designer who worked in both Spain and France. He became particularly admired for his elegant female figures, fluid drawing and richly decorative compositions. His work reflects the influence of Parisian Art Nouveau while retaining a distinctive sensitivity to fashion, jewelry and feminine portraiture.
With its graceful vertical format, delicate palette and striking peacock imagery, this original 1904 poster is an appealing acquisition for collectors of Art Nouveau, Belle Époque fashion and early decorative advertising. It offers both the charm of a period portrait and the graphic presence required of an exceptional vintage poster.
Color stamp
Art Nouveau - Woman - Mode
"Tender temptation"
Good condition
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