A charming pair of contemporary botanical studies, each artisan-crafted in the spirit of antique French herbiers. Carefully composed from pressed flowers and leaves, they combine the precision of traditional herbarium sheets with an artist's eye for balance and composition. Mounted on aged-style paper with delicate handwritten botanical annotations and presented beneath glass in simple natural wood frames, they evoke the quiet elegance of historic botanical collections.
Each study has its own distinct character. One highlights the elegant forms of the Iridaceae family, with delicately preserved blooms and foliage arranged to reveal the graceful structure and subtle beauty of the flowers. The other celebrates the intricate beauty of wildflowers from the Ranunculaceae family, combining richly coloured blossoms with finely textured foliage in a composition that is both balanced and visually engaging.
Displayed together, they create a harmonious decorative pair, bringing warmth, texture, and refined country-house charm to an interior. Whether hung in a kitchen, hallway, bedroom, or sitting room, their soft, earthy palette and thoughtful craftsmanship complement both traditional and contemporary homes with effortless ease.
Condition and patina consistent with age.
Each measures approx. 11" high x 8" wide x 0¾" thick
Each measures approx. 28cm high x 20cm wide x 2cm thick