The artwork, titled “Between Christmas and New Aсo,” was created by Carl Larsson in 1896 in Sweden. This piece is associated with the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and falls under the genre of an interior scene.
The artwork depicts a serene indoor setting during the holiday season. A woman cradling a child is standing in front of a vividly painted door that bears intricate designs and warm colors. Above the door, the phrase “Guds Fred” (God’s Peace) is inscribed, adding a sense of tranquility and reverence to the scene. To the left, there is a glass-fronted cabinet filled with various household items, indicating the domestic nature of the setting. To the right, a decorated sideboard adorned with candles, bottles, and various ornaments suggests festive preparations. The room is furnished with delicately carved wooden furniture, and the walls are lined with shelves holding numerous decorative plates. The overall composition exudes warmth, familial affection, and the quiet elegance characteristic of Larsson’s work within the Art Nouveau movement.
