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Tulips and fritillaries, Tulipa and Fritillaria
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Tulips and fritillaries, Tulipa and Fritillaria
Tulips and fritillaries, Tulipa and Fritillaria.. Handcolored stipple engraving from Le Jardinier Fleuriste, Dedie aus Dames par un Amateur, Chez Marcilly, Paris, 1818. The Florist Gardener was a gift book for ladies with charming miniature botanical bouquets in the style of Pancrace Bessa
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Bouquet Chez Fleuriste Florist Fritillaria Fritillary Gardener Gift Jardinier Marcilly Stipple Tulip Tulipa
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This exquisite handcolored stipple engraving captures the essence of springtime beauty with its stunning depiction of tulips and fritillaries, or Tulipa and Fritillaria. The print is taken from 'Le Jardinier Fleuriste,' a gift book for ladies published in Paris in 1818 by Chez Marcilly. The title translates to 'The Florist Gardener,' and the book was known for its charming miniature botanical bouquets, inspired by the popular botanical illustrations of Pancrace Bessa. The tulips, with their vibrant, ruffled petals and tall, slender stems, are a classic symbol of springtime rebirth and renewal. The fritillaries, with their delicate, bell-shaped flowers and elegant foliage, add a graceful touch to the arrangement. The intricate details of the flowers are beautifully rendered in the stipple engraving technique, which involves the use of tiny dots to create shading and texture. The history of the tulip and fritillary bulbs is an interesting one. Tulips originated in Central Asia and were first introduced to Europe in the late 16th century. They quickly became a symbol of wealth and status, with some bulbs selling for astronomical prices during the Dutch Tulip Mania of the 17th century. Fritillaries, on the other hand, have a longer history, with records dating back to ancient Greece and Rome. They were highly prized for their medicinal properties and were used to treat a variety of ailments. This lovely print is a testament to the enduring appeal of these beautiful flowers and the art of botanical illustration. It invites us to appreciate the simple joy of nature and the beauty of the seasons.
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