Garden nasturtium flower fairy, Tropaeolum majus
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Garden nasturtium flower fairy, Tropaeolum majus
Garden nasturtium flower fairy, Tropaeolum majus.. Handcolored steel engraving by C. Geoffrois after an illustration by Jean Ignace Isidore Grandville from Les Fleurs Animees, Flower Fairies, Paris, Gabriel de Gonet, 1847
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This handcolored steel engraving, titled "Garden Nasturtium Fairy" or "Tropaeolum majus," is an exquisite example of the whimsical illustrations found in Jean Ignace Isidore Grandville's "Les Fleurs Animees," published in Paris by Gabriel de Gonet in 1847. The image, created by the skilled hand of C. Geoffrois, portrays a charming fairy perched atop a nest of vibrant nasturtium leaves. Dressed in a delicate bonnet adorned with flowers and carrying a rosary, she offers a prayerful gaze towards the heavens, her earnest demeanor adding a touch of sweetness and reverence to the scene. The fairy's surroundings are equally enchanting, with the intricately detailed nasturtium flowers and their golden fruits providing a lush, verdant backdrop. The engraving's handcoloring adds depth and richness to the illustration, bringing the fairy and her garden to life. This image, like the others in "Les Fleurs Animees," is a satirical commentary on the human obsession with flowers and the natural world. Grandville's whimsical and fantastical illustrations were popular during the 19th century, and this engraving remains a beloved example of the genre. The historical significance of this work, combined with its timeless beauty, makes it a must-have for any collection focused on the history of flower fairies, whimsy, or satire.
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