Crown imperial flower, Fritillaria imperialis
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Crown imperial flower, Fritillaria imperialis
Crown imperial flower, Fritillaria imperialis, in wallpaper, fabric patterns, and art object.. Lithograph by Milesi 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 Fabric Fritillaria Grasset Handcoloring Imperialis Nouveau Ornament Pochoir Stencil Wallpaper Milesi
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This exquisite lithograph print showcases the regal beauty of the Crown Imperial flower, Fritillaria imperialis, as captured by the artistic vision of Swiss artist Eugene Grasset in 1897. The image, titled "Plants and their Application to Ornament," is a testament to Grasset's innovative designs that significantly influenced the art nouveau movement at the end of the 19th century. The print, produced by the Milesi printing house using the pochoir (stencil) handcoloring technique, brings the vibrant colors and intricate details of the Crown Imperial flower to life. The bold, flowing lines and rich hues of the print evoke a sense of opulence and grandeur, making it an ideal subject for wallpaper, fabric patterns, and art objects. The Crown Imperial flower, also known as the Imperial Crown, is a rare and striking plant native to the eastern Mediterranean and Central Asia. Its large, bell-shaped, bright orange-red flowers, adorned with purple spots, resemble a royal crown, hence the name. The plant's rarity and beauty have made it a popular subject in art and horticulture for centuries. Grasset's design captures the essence of the Crown Imperial flower, with its delicate petals and intricate veining, set against a backdrop of bold, geometric shapes and swirling lines. The print's historical significance lies in its role as a symbol of the art nouveau movement, which emphasized organic forms and natural motifs, often depicted in innovative and unconventional ways. This stunning lithograph print is a reminder of the rich artistic heritage of the late 19th century and the enduring appeal of the natural world as a source of inspiration for artists and designers.
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