Kingcup or Marsh Marigold
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Kingcup or Marsh Marigold
Decorative flower study by Jeannie Foord, of a Kingcup or Marsh Marigold a herbaceous plant.
1899
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1899 Foord Herbaceous Jeannie Marigold Marsh Pochoir Studies Kingcup
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A Delicate Embrace of Nature - A Pochoir Print of a Kingcup or Marsh Marigold by Jeannie Foord, 1899 Nestled within the heart of a verdant marshland, the Kingcup or Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris) proudly displays its vibrant, golden blooms. In this exquisite pochoir print by Jeannie Foord, created in 1899, the artist masterfully captures the essence of this herbaceous perennial, a cherished inhabitant of wetlands and water's edge. The Kingcup, a member of the Ranunculaceae family, is renowned for its striking, cup-shaped flowers, which burst forth in a brilliant yellow hue. The delicate petals, intricately detailed in the print, are a testament to Foord's artistic skill. The plant's lush, green foliage, adorned with glossy, oval leaves, provides a perfect backdrop for the radiant flowers. The art of pochoir, a labor-intensive printmaking technique, is evident in the meticulous application of colored stencils onto a blank sheet. Each color is applied separately, layer by layer, resulting in a stunningly detailed and richly textured final image. The technique, popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, allowed artists to create intricate and vibrant works, such as this study of the Kingcup. As the sun casts its warm glow upon the marsh, the Kingcup's flowers open, revealing their captivating beauty. In this moment, the print invites us to pause and appreciate the delicate balance of nature, as the Kingcup gracefully embraces the water's edge, a symbol of resilience and renewal.
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