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George M Collection

George M was a prolific creator, known for his exquisite botanical illustrations

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Verbena or Vervain, 1947

Verbena or Vervain, 1947. Drought-resistant plant valued in butterfly gardening with longstanding use in herbalism and folk medicine, usually as an herbal tea

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Colour print titled The Chinese must go

Colour print titled The Chinese must go
3521293 Colour print titled The Chinese must go'; (add.info.: Colour print titled The Chinese must go by George M. Reevs. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageGeorge M Collection: King George IV with Princess Augusta and the Duke of York entertaining guests in the Yellow Room

King George IV with Princess Augusta and the Duke of York entertaining guests in the Yellow Room, Brighton Pavilion
FLO4618915 King George IV with Princess Augusta and the Duke of York entertaining guests in the Yellow Room, Brighton Pavilion

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Nasturtium, c1930s? (1946). Creator: Vere Temple

Nasturtium, c1930s? (1946). Creator: Vere Temple
Nasturtium, c1930s? (1946). Botanical illustration showing flowers, leaves and a feather. From " British Garden Flowers", by George M. Taylor. [Collins, London, 1946]

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Senator George Miles Chilcott of Colorado, 1870-1880. Creator: Unknown

Senator George Miles Chilcott of Colorado, 1870-1880. Creator: Unknown
Senator George Miles Chilcott of Colorado, 1870-1880. Chilcott, Senator, Colorado

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Late Afternoon, ca. 1901. Creator: George M. Bruestle

Late Afternoon, ca. 1901. Creator: George M. Bruestle
Late Afternoon, ca. 1901

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Sweet Peas: Lathyrus odoratus, 1827, (1946). Creator: Pierre-Joseph Redoute

Sweet Peas: Lathyrus odoratus, 1827, (1946). Creator: Pierre-Joseph Redoute
Sweet Peas: Lathyrus odoratus, 1827, (1946). Botanical illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redoute from his " Choix des plus belles fleurs" (The most beautiful flowers)

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Peony: Paeonia Faemina Flore Pleno Rubro Majore, 1769, (1946). Creator: John Edwards

Peony: Paeonia Faemina Flore Pleno Rubro Majore, 1769, (1946). Creator: John Edwards
Peony: Paeonia Faemina Flore Pleno Rubro Majore, 1769, (1946). Botanical illustration from " The British Herbal Containing One Hundred Plates of The most beautiful and scarce Flowers

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Larkspur and Sweet William: Delphinium elatum and Dianthus barbatus, 1805, (1946)

Larkspur and Sweet William: Delphinium elatum and Dianthus barbatus, 1805, (1946). Botanical illustration. From " British Garden Flowers", by George M. Taylor. [Collins, London, 1946]

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Rosa Provincialis and Forget-Me-Not, c1680, (1946). Creator: Alexander Marshal

Rosa Provincialis and Forget-Me-Not, c1680, (1946). Creator: Alexander Marshal
Rosa Provincialis and Forget-Me-Not, c1680, (1946). Botanical painting made for King William III. From " British Garden Flowers", by George M. Taylor. [Collins, London, 1946]

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Varieties of British wildflowers, 1947

Varieties of British wildflowers, 1947. Teasel: Salsify: Sow Thistle: Varieties of Wild Lettuce: Dandelion: Chicory Burdock: Saw Wort: Cotton Thistle: Hemp Agrimony: Tansy

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Asparagus, 1947. Artist: Elizabeth Blackwell

Asparagus, 1947. Artist: Elizabeth Blackwell
Asparagus, 1947. From British Herbs and Vegetables, by George M. Taylor [Collins, London, 1947]

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Fennel, 1947

Fennel, 1947. Fennel is a highly aromatic and flavorful herb with culinary and medicinal uses and, along with the similar-tasting anise, is one of the primary ingredients of absinthe

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Sow Thistle, 1947

Sow Thistle, 1947. Sonchus are annual herbs known as sow thistles which are common roadside plants, used as fodder, particularly for rabbits. From British Herbs and Vegetables, by George M

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Perspective of principal facade, Gilbert Building, 205 West 39th Street, New York City, 1923

Perspective of principal facade, Gilbert Building, 205 West 39th Street, New York City, 1923. Designed by George and Edward Blum. From The Architectural Forum Volume XXXIX

Background imageGeorge M Collection: General exterior view, Gilbert Building, 205 West 39th Street, New York City, 1923

General exterior view, Gilbert Building, 205 West 39th Street, New York City, 1923. Designed by George and Edward Blum. From The Architectural Forum Volume XXXIX. [Rogers and Manson, New York, 1923]

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Vegetable Marrows, 1947. Artist: JE Sowerby

Vegetable Marrows, 1947. Artist: JE Sowerby
Vegetable Marrows, 1947. From British Herbs and Vegetables, by George M. Taylor [Collins, London, 1947]

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Crushing Herbs in a Mortar, 1947

Crushing Herbs in a Mortar, 1947. Originally from Hortus Sanitatis, 1491. Reproduced in British Herbs and Vegetables, by George M. Taylor [Collins, London, 1947]

Background imageGeorge M Collection: The Illustrious Visitors, 1815. Artist: George M Brighty

The Illustrious Visitors, 1815. Artist: George M Brighty
The Illustrious Visitors, 1815. Visitors being greeted by the Prince Regent. George Augustus Frederick (1762-1830) ruled as Prince Regent from 1811 during his fathers illness until George III died in

Background imageGeorge M Collection: King Louis XVIII of France (1755-1824) landing at Calais, 24th April 1814 (1816). Artist: I Romney

King Louis XVIII of France (1755-1824) landing at Calais, 24th April 1814 (1816). Artist: I Romney
King Louis XVIII of France (1755-1824) landing at Calais, 24th April 1814 (1816). Louis XVIII was king of France between 1814 until his death in 1824

Background imageGeorge M Collection: Cover of 1918 sheet music edition of the popular patriotic World War One song Over There

Cover of 1918 sheet music edition of the popular patriotic World War One song Over There, words and music by George M. Cohan

Background imageGeorge M Collection: George M Pullman printer sample World Inventors souvenir album

George M Pullman printer sample World Inventors souvenir album
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George M was a prolific creator, known for his exquisite botanical illustrations. One of his notable works is "Verbena or Vervain" from 1947, capturing the delicate beauty of this flowering plant. Another masterpiece by George M is "Nasturtium, " believed to be created in the 1930s or possibly in 1946, and credited to Vere Temple. In addition to these stunning pieces, it also depicted historical figures through his art. One such illustration portrays Senator George Miles Chilcott of Colorado during the period of 1870-1880. Although the creator remains unknown, it showcases George M's versatility as an artist. Amongst his collection are various floral compositions that showcase nature's splendor. "Late Afternoon, " dating back to around 1901, captures a serene moment bathed in warm sunlight and exemplifies George M's ability to evoke emotion through his work. His depiction of Sweet Peas titled "Lathyrus odoratus" from 1827 (recreated in 1946) demonstrates Pierre-Joseph Redoute's influence on George M's style. Furthermore, he pays homage to other renowned artists with recreations like "Peony: Paeonia Faemina Flore Pleno Rubro Majore" originally created by John Edwards in 1769 (remade in 1946). Additionally, he combines Larkspur and Sweet William beautifully in an artwork inspired by Delphinium elatum and Dianthus barbatus from1805 (also recreated in 1946), showcasing his talent for merging different elements seamlessly. It also delves into history with creations like "Rosa Provincialis and Forget-Me-Not" harking back to c1680 but reimagined by him in 1946; Alexander Marshal initially crafted this enchanting piece.