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