The artwork, entitled “The next witness was the Duchess’s cook,” is crafted by the distinguished artist Arthur Rackham and belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement. This illustration is part of the series “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland,” classifying it within the genre of illustration.
In this specific illustration, the viewer’s attention is drawn to a robust, determined figure of a woman, suggested to be the Duchess’s cook. Rendered in a manner indicative of Rackham’s detailed and fluid line work, the cook strides purposefully, clutching a ladle in her hand. Her attire, a voluminous dress, and the bun atop her head evoke a sense of her role and character. The simplicity of the lines combined with the expressive posture captures a lively moment, fitting seamlessly into the whimsical and fantastical narrative of “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.”
