This early collection of graphic designs by German artist Franz von Stuck features images intended for menu cards, wine lists, and other food service applications. Although produced for commercial use, the artist's excellent draftsmanship, clean graphic designs, and imaginative use of mythological subjects signal his later development as a leader of the Symbolist Movement. Fifty plates include line art and employ multiple colours. AUTHOR: German artist Franz von Stuck (1863?1928) was a significant painter of the Symbolist movement who was also noted for his architecture and sculpture. His self-designed home, Villa Stuck, is the Munich-based museum of his work.
