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Botanical illustration of the gourd
Botanical illustration of the gourd.. 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 Gourd Grasset Handcoloring Nouveau Ornament Pochoir Stencil Verneuil
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This stunning botanical illustration showcases the intricate beauty of a gourd, captured through the artistic vision of Swiss artist Eugene Grasset in 1897. The illustration is a lithograph produced using the Verneuil process, a technique that allowed for fine detail and tonal range. However, it is the meticulous handcoloring done with pochoir stencils that brings the gourd to life, adding vibrant hues and textures that highlight its unique features. Eugene Grasset was a pioneering figure in the art world, his innovative designs contributing significantly to the Art Nouveau movement towards the end of the 19th century. This botanical illustration is part of his collection "Plants and their Application to Ornament," published in Paris. The series aimed to showcase the natural world in a new and artistic light, demonstrating the potential of plants as sources of ornamental inspiration. The gourd, a common vegetable cultivated for its edible seeds and fibers, is depicted in all its splendor in this illustration. Its intricate patterns and textures are rendered in exquisite detail, making it a testament to Grasset's mastery of the lithographic and handcoloring techniques. The gourd's organic forms and rich colors perfectly embody the organic and decorative ethos of the Art Nouveau movement. This botanical illustration is not only a beautiful work of art but also a historical artifact, offering a glimpse into the artistic and scientific explorations of the late 19th century. It serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of the natural world and the power of art to capture its essence.
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