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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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Media ID 14211556
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1897 Application Eugene Gourd Grasset Handcoloring Nouveau Ornament Pochoir Stencil Verneuil
20x30 inch Poster Print
Discover the captivating beauty of nature with Media Storehouse's Botanical Poster Prints. This exquisite piece showcases a botanical illustration of a gourd, a timeless work of art from the past. This intricately detailed lithograph by Verneuil, hand-colored with pochoir (stencil) techniques by Eugene Grasset, is taken from the esteemed publication "Plants and their Application to Ornament," published in Paris in 1897. Bring the elegance and sophistication of this botanical masterpiece into your home or office space and add a touch of vintage charm to your decor. Each print is produced using high-quality materials and techniques to ensure a stunning, museum-quality finish. Order yours today and indulge in the wonders of the natural world.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
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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