Capucine (nasturtium), plate 41 from La Plante et ses Applications ornementales – Maurice Pillard Verneuil (1896) – Botanical Poster Print

Capucine (Nasturtium), Plate 41 by Maurice Pillard Verneuil (1896) beautifully demonstrates the transformation of botanical forms into decorative Art Nouveau design. Created for La Plante et ses Applications Ornementales (“Plants and Their Ornamental Applications”), this striking plate explores how the graceful curves of nasturtium vines, rounded leaves, and vibrant blossoms can be adapted into elegant repeating borders and ornamental motifs suitable for architecture, textiles, wallpaper, and decorative arts.

Rather than presenting the plant as a traditional botanical specimen, Verneuil arranges the composition into a series of sophisticated design studies. Flowing vines weave through geometric frameworks, while soft green leaves and warm yellow blossoms create rhythmic patterns inspired directly by nature. The clean lines, harmonious colors, and balanced compositions exemplify the Art Nouveau ideal of blending organic beauty with thoughtful design.

Celebrated as one of the leading decorative artists of the late nineteenth century, Maurice Pillard Verneuil believed that nature provided an endless source of artistic inspiration. Capucine, Plate 41 reflects that philosophy with exceptional elegance, making it an ideal print for designers, gardeners, and admirers of Art Nouveau alike. Whether displayed in a living room, studio, office, kitchen, or creative workspace, this timeless botanical design brings refined craftsmanship, natural beauty, and historic French decorative art into any home.

 

🖨️ Print features:

– Made with museum-grade archival paper for excellent printing fidelity and vibrant color reproduction

– Paper weight: 189 g/m2

– For indoor use only

– Care instructions: If the print does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.

– Please note: Due to the production process of these posters, please allow for slight size deviations with a tolerance +/- 1/16″

 

🚚 Fulfillment, Shipping, and Return Policy:

– Printed and shipped from the U.S.

– Ships in a sturdy mailing tube, frame not included

– As our items are unique and made to order, we can only accept a return or exchange in the event that an item arrives damaged or misprinted. We cannot accept returns if you order the wrong size or change your mind. Any return requests must be made within 14 days of receiving the order.

 

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