1841 1917 Collection
"1841-1917: A Floral Tapestry of Art and Design" Step back in time to the late 19th century
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"1841-1917: A Floral Tapestry of Art and Design" Step back in time to the late 19th century, where botanical illustrations flourished as a source of inspiration for art and design. In this captivating era, lithographs brought nature's beauty to life, showcasing intricate patterns and motifs that adorned various mediums. One such illustration transports us to a snowy landscape, capturing the delicate elegance of a snowdrop. This lithograph from 1897 showcases the Galanthus nivalis in all its glory – an enchanting sight that found its way onto wallpaper borders, fabrics, and even tapestries through meticulous cross-stitch work. Moving on from winter's embrace, we encounter another stunning creation by C. G. Schlumberger – the water lily Nelumbo lutea. Its ethereal presence graced not only fabric but also relief mold patterns and lithographs. The intricate details captured every petal's gracefulness while inspiring artists across different mediums. The poppy Papaver somniferum takes center stage next with Marc Mangin's lithograph from 1897. Its vibrant colors burst forth in stained glass windows, wallpapers, fabrics, and tile designs. This mesmerizing flower became a symbol of artistic expression during this period. As our journey continues through these botanical wonders' realm, we stumble upon the elegant iris plant depicted in patterns for fabrics and tiles alike. The iris captivated designers with its regal allure; its petals unfurled like strokes on canvas or tiles adorning grand spaces. Meanwhile, geraniums took their place among wallpaper borders and fabric patterns with their vibrant hues adding warmth to any space they adorned. A detailed botanical illustration showcased their intricately shaped flowers alongside lush leaves – an ode to nature's diversity. Lastly, we encounter Aquilegia vulgaris or columbine - a flower celebrated for its unique shape and vivid colors - immortalized within wallpaper designs, stained glass windows, and tile patterns.