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Crocus flowers, Crocus sativus, and calligraphic poem
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Crocus flowers, Crocus sativus, and calligraphic poem
Crocus flowers, Crocus sativus, and calligraphic poem. Chromolithograph by Louis Prang from Alice Ward Baileys Flower Fancies, Boston, 1889. Illustrated by Lucy Baily, Eleanor Ecob Morse, Olive Whitney, Ellen Fisher, Fidelia Bridges, C. Ryan and F. Schuyler Mathews
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Alice Bailey Calligraphy Crocus Fancies Nouveau Ornament Prang Ribbon Sativus Ward
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Crocus sativus, commonly known as saffron crocus, is a beautiful and delicate flower that has captivated artists and poets for centuries. This stunning chromolithograph print, created by Louis Prang in 1889 for Alice Ward Bailey's Flower Fancies, showcases the elegance and intricacy of the crocus in all its glory. The image features a vibrant arrangement of crocus flowers, their petals unfurling in shades of pink, purple, and orange against a lush green background. The flowers are surrounded by intricate calligraphic designs, adding an artistic and ornamental touch to the composition. The ribbons and flourishes of the calligraphy are reminiscent of the Art Nouveau style, which was popular during the late Victorian era. The illustration is further enhanced by the meticulous attention to detail, with each petal and vein of the crocus flowers rendered in exquisite detail. The use of chromolithography, a printing technique that allowed for multiple colors to be used in a single print, adds depth and richness to the image. The calligraphic poem that accompanies the image reads, "Crocus, the autumn flower, / With saffron tints adorned, / In the sun's first gentle power / Blooms before the rose is born." This verse celebrates the crocus as a harbinger of autumn and the changing seasons, adding an extra layer of meaning and significance to the print. Overall, this chromolithograph print of crocus flowers by Louis Prang is a beautiful and intricate work of art that showcases the natural beauty of the crocus flower and the artistic prowess of the Victorian era.
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