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Columbine, Aquilegia vulgaris, flower parts
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Columbine, Aquilegia vulgaris, flower parts
Columbine, Aquilegia vulgaris, flower parts.. 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 Aquilegia Columbine Eugene Grasset Handcoloring Nouveau Ornament Parts Pochoir Stencil Verneuil Vulgaris
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This stunning lithograph print, titled "Columbine, Aquilegia vulgaris, Flower Parts," showcases the intricate beauty of the Columbine flower in exquisite detail. Created by the renowned Swiss artist Eugene Grasset in 1897, this work is a testament to the artist's mastery of the lithographic process and his innovative contributions to the Art Nouveau movement. Grasset's design was produced using the Verneuil lithographic technique, which involved applying a thin layer of wax to the areas of the stone that were not to be printed, leaving the remaining areas open for ink. The intricate hand-coloring was then added using the pochoir (stencil) method, a labor-intensive process that allowed for precise and vibrant color application. The Columbine flower, scientifically known as Aquilegia vulgaris, is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. Its distinctive features include its graceful, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and five sepals, each adorned with distinctive spurs. The flower's intricate structure is beautifully captured in this print, with each petal, sepal, and stamen meticulously rendered in rich, vibrant colors. Grasset's design for the Columbine flower was featured in his publication "Plants and their Application to Ornament," which showcased his innovative use of natural forms in decorative art. The Art Nouveau movement, which emerged in the late 19th century, was characterized by its organic, flowing lines and its emphasis on the beauty of natural forms. Grasset's work, with its intricate detail and vibrant colors, was a major influence on this movement and continues to inspire artists and designers today. This lithograph print is a beautiful and intriguing glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the artistic and botanical world of the late 19th century. Its intricate detail and vibrant colors make it a must-have for any collector of Art Nouveau design or botanical illustrations.
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