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Daffodils, Violets, Primroses, Oxlips, Crown-imperial
Daffodils, Violets, Primroses, Oxlips, Crown-imperial, Lilies and Flower-de-lace (The Winters Tale). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe, London, 1845
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Bouquet Calligraphy Daffodils Fleur De Lis Giraud Jane Lilies Poem Poetry Primroses Shakespeare Tale Violets Winters Crown Imperial Elizabeth Oxlips
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This exquisitely hand-colored lithograph, titled "The Flowers of Shakespeare," showcases a charming and intricately detailed bouquet of spring blooms. The illustration, drawn and lithographed by the talented Jane Elizabeth Giraud, captures the essence of Shakespearean poetry and the beauty of nature. At the center of the arrangement, daffodils gracefully unfurl their golden petals, symbolizing rebirth and new beginnings. Surrounding the daffodils, violets add a touch of sweetness and depth with their delicate purple hues. Primroses, with their soft yellow petals and green leaves, bring a sense of freshness and vitality. Oxlips, with their vibrant orange and yellow colors, add a pop of warmth and energy to the bouquet. Crown imperials, with their tall, regal spikes of red and yellow flowers, add a touch of grandeur and elegance. The inclusion of lilies, with their elegant white petals and distinctive stem, adds a sense of purity and refinement. The bouquet is further adorned with fleur-de-lis and flower-de-lace, adding an element of intricacy and delicacy. The title "The Flowers of Shakespeare" suggests a connection to the world of literature and poetry, and the image evokes the imagery found in Shakespeare's plays, such as the daffodils in "The Winter's Tale" that miraculously return to life. This beautiful botanical illustration, published by Day and Haghe in London in 1845, is a testament to the beauty and power of nature and the enduring appeal of Shakespeare's works.
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