“The Climax,” by Aubrey Beardsley, was one of many drawings he created for Oscar Wilde’s play “Salome.” When asked to change several drawings the publisher considered “indecent,” Beardsley rebelled by adding new erotic details to the designs. Beardsley (1872 – 1898) led the British Aestheticism movement, creating intricate, sensual black-and-white designs. The public eventually rejected him, however, for his decadent art and affiliation with Wilde. In the 1960s, Beardsley’s work enjoyed a revival, and became highly significant to Art Nouveau and Symbolism.

The Giclee printing process delivers a fine stream of ink resulting in vivid, pure color and exceptional detail that is suitable for museum or gallery display. This art print is produced on a heavy 310 gsm, acid-free and watercolor textured paper.