J.J. Grandville; Hortensia Couronne Imperiale Le Paradis Perdu primal force and delicate

primal force and delicate

This artwork was originally part of the HARD ROCK HOTEL AND CASINO's Collection

On a few pages

Condition Report: This Bloom County Comic Strip shows natural wear and tear such as creased edges

Image Size: 7 1/2" x 5 1/2"

J.J. Grandville; Hortensia Couronne Imperiale Le Paradis Perdu primal force and delicateAn Image from a series of delightful prints illustrating flowers personified in the form of lovely maidens and their animal retinues. Each early 19th century female figure is richly costumed in the leaves, blossoms, and garlands that designate her flower. She presides in an appropriate 'natural' setting, often surrounded by anthropomorphized insects and birds that pay her homage. These poetic interpretations of nature are a fetching example of early