Carl Lindman, Cornflower Botanical Study, Centaurea Cyanus, 1905, Paper

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Cornflower Botanical Study, Centaurea Cyanus, Carl Lindman, c. 1905 : A beautiful early 20th-century botanical chromolithograph depicting the cornflower, Centaurea … Read more Cornflower Botanical Study, Centaurea Cyanus, Carl Lindman, c. 1905 : A beautiful early 20th-century botanical chromolithograph depicting the cornflower, Centaurea cyanus L., known in Swedish as “Blåklint.” The composition is dominated by the distinctive intense blue flower of the cornflower, accompanied by unopened flower heads, slender foliage and a series of finely rendered botanical details. Numbered studies surrounding the principal specimen illustrate individual florets, reproductive structures and other anatomical components, combining considerable decorative appeal with scientific precision. Carl Axel Magnus Lindman (1856–1928) was a distinguished Swedish botanist, professor and botanical illustrator. He is particularly celebrated for “Bilder ur Nordens Flora,” his monumental illustrated survey of Scandinavian flora. The publication became one of the most recognizable botanical works produced in Scandinavia during the early 20th century. The cornflower has a long history as both a wildflower and ornamental garden plant. Its brilliant blue blossoms make this one of the particularly attractive plates from Lindman’s botanical work. Artist / Maker: Carl Axel Magnus Lindman (1856–1928) Botanical Name: Centaurea cyanus L. Common Name: Cornflower / Blåklint Publication: Bilder ur Nordens Flora Date: Early 20th Century, circa 1905 Medium: Chromolithograph Dimensions: Approximately 23 x 16 cm (9.1 x 6.3 inches) Condition Good antique condition overall, with expected signs of age including light toning, occasional spotting, minor marks and some wear to the edges. Please examine the photographs carefully as they form an important part of the condition . Please contact us if you would like a more detailed condition report. This is an original early 20th-century botanical print, not a modern reproduction. Sold unframed. Any framed or interior images are for presentation and inspiration only. Keywords: cornflower botanical print, blue cornflower, Centaurea cyanus, Blåklint, Carl Lindman, Swedish botanical print, Scandinavian botanical art, blue flower print, antique botanical print, botanical chromolithograph, wildflower print, Bilder ur Nordens Flora, Nordic flora, botanical illustration, flower study, scientific botanical illustration, early 20th century botanical, Scandinavian wall art See less