L’animal dans la décoration PL. 45

The title “Colombes et lis, étoffe imprimée” in English translates to “Doves and lilies, printed fabric”. This is a piece from “L’animal dans la décoration” (The Animal in Decoration) illustrated by Maurice Pillard Verneuil in 1897. The artwork beautifully captures the essence of nature and its creatures. It features doves and lilies as the main elements. The entire scene is depicted on a printed fabric, showcasing Verneuil’s exceptional ability to bring life to his art on various mediums.

Maurice Pillard Verneuil was a French artist and decorator known for his work in the Art Nouveau movement. Born in 1869, he was trained by Swiss designer Eugène Grasset. Verneuil’s designs, inspired by Japanese art and nature, spanned both the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods. He is particularly known for his bold, floral designs in ceramic tiles, wallpapers, and other furnishing textiles. His work also includes numerous poster works in France. He trained many artists and continued to contribute to the art world until his death in 1942.