"In the Garden"

Item 25 of 96 in 2024 Bloom
"In the Garden" by Kathryn Ada Gibson
 
Title:
In the Garden
Artist:
Kathryn Ada Gibson
Size:
24.5" x 31"
Medium:
Watercolour on Archers 300 lb, Framed
Price:
CAN$1,200.00
Available for Sale
Date:
February 2020
Description:
White peonies are incredibly photogenic, displaying large ruffled blossoms which usually rise well above the surrounding foliage. Naturally their enchanting textures, and full spheres are a favourite subject for many artists.

In Chinese and Japanese art the peony is used symbolically as the “king of the flowers”, or the “flower of riches and honour”.

The delicate closed buds are mysterious as they often have a pale blush-pink outer “guard” which bursts opens to reveal the sumptuous inner snowy bloom. This watercolour depicts the moment when the guard breaks open, revealing its inner secret.

White peonies are one of the most