The artwork titled “The Happy Prince” was created by Charles Robinson in 1913. It belongs to the Art Nouveau, or Modern, art movement and is part of an illustration genre. This particular piece is part of the series “Tales by Oscar Wilde (1913)”.
The depiction in the artwork features a somber and evocative scene set against a richly detailed backdrop of arches and a garden abundantly adorned with roses. In the foreground, a cloaked figure, cradling a young person wrapped closely in their arms, is presented with an air of contemplation and sorrow. The intricate play of light and shadow, combined with the muted yet vivid color palette, adds depth and a poignant atmosphere to the composition, embodying the melancholic beauty characteristic of the Art Nouveau style.
