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Botanical illustration of the crown imperial
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Botanical illustration of the crown imperial
Botanical illustration of the crown imperial flower, Fritillaria imperialis.. Lithograph by Verneuil with pochoir (stencil) handcoloring from Eugene Grassets Plants and their Application to Ornament, Paris, 1897. Eugene Grasset (1841-1917) was a Swiss artist whose innovative designs inspired the art nouveau movement at the end of the 19th century
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1897 Application Eugene Fritillaria Grasset Handcoloring Imperialis Nouveau Ornament Pochoir Stencil Verneuil
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This stunning botanical illustration showcases the exquisite beauty of the Crown Imperial flower, Fritillaria imperialis, as captured through the skillful hands of Swiss artist Eugene Grasset in 1897. The illustration, a lithograph by Verneuil with pochoir (stencil) handcoloring, was part of Grasset's groundbreaking work "Plants and their Application to Ornament," published in Paris. Grasset's innovative designs were instrumental in inspiring the Art Nouveau movement at the end of the 19th century. His unique approach to botanical illustration went beyond mere scientific accuracy, instead emphasizing the artistic and ornamental qualities of the natural world. The Crown Imperial flower, also known as the Imperial Fritillary, is a rare and beautiful bulbous plant native to the Eastern Mediterranean and Central Asia. Its distinctive large, umbellate inflorescence, with its vivid orange-red bells and purple-black spots, is a sight to behold. This particular illustration showcases the intricate details of the flower's structure, from the delicate veins on its petals to the intricate patterns on its stems. The pochoir handcoloring technique, which involved applying color through a stencil, adds an additional layer of depth and richness to the image, bringing out the true vibrancy of the Crown Imperial's colors. Grasset's "Plants and their Application to Ornament" was not only a scientific work but also a work of art, showcasing the harmony between nature and design. This botanical illustration of the Crown Imperial flower is a testament to Grasset's artistic vision and the enduring beauty of the natural world.
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