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The Modern Poster by Charles Scribner's Sons, New York

This striking Art Nouveau poster, designed by Will H. Bradley for Charles Scribner's Sons, features a stylized peacock with an elaborate, fanned tail. The artwork employs a limited color palette of deep blues, cream, and dark green, creating a sophisticated and elegant aesthetic. The intricate linework of the peacock's feathers is a hallmark of the period's decorative arts. Text at the top identifies the publisher and location, while "The Modern Poster" is prominently displayed at the bottom, along with a note about the limited print run. This piece is a prime example of late 19th-century graphic design, showcasing the era's fascination with nature motifs and bold, graphic compositions.

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