Description
This c. 1900 chromo-lithograph by Gerard represents a pinnacle of Belle Époque decorative arts—an original plate from the prestigious 2nd volume (deuxième) of the Album de la Decoration. Among collectors, the Original c. 1900 Clematites Gerard Decorative Plate is especially sought-after. The work exemplifies the ornamental philosophy of the fin-de-siècle movement, where artists celebrated natural form through sophisticated botanical subject matter and integrated decorative design.
The composition features a contemplative figure surrounded by flowing clematis vines rendered in soft, harmonious color palettes characteristic of chromo-lithographic technique. This decorative approach emerged during an era when artists rejected industrial mass production yet ironically employed lithography—the modern printing technology of its time—to achieve a hand-drawn aesthetic. If you’re searching for an authentic decorative plate, consider the Clematites Gerard original from c. 1900 for its botanical focus synonymous with the period’s fascination with nature as both artistic inspiration and spiritual refuge.
Chromo-lithography, the medium employed here, required exceptional skill and multiple stone passes to achieve the subtle color gradations visible in this piece. Collectors value the Gerard Clematites original decorative plate from around 1900 because each print reflects the artist’s direct involvement in the lithographic process, making every example a true original rather than a mechanical reproduction.
The Album de la Decoration series functioned as an authoritative design reference for the decorative arts market, establishing aesthetic standards that influenced interior design, fine arts, and commercial poster creation throughout Europe. Original c. 1900 Clematites Gerard Decorative Plate examples from these volumes have become increasingly difficult to locate, as many were bound into volumes and remain uncirculated in the secondary market.
This original is presented in a museum-quality 16″ × 20″ acid-free archival mat—conservation-standard framing that ensures longevity for collectors who prioritize preservation. For those seeking Decorative Plates from the Album de la Decoration, the Clematites by Gerard, made circa 1900, is well suited to archival display and preservation standards.
We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters, and collectors of Original c. 1900 Clematites Gerard Decorative Plates can rest assured that provenance is respected.
Artist: Gerard
Date: c. 1900
Size: 10 3/8″ × 14 3/8″
Medium: Chromo-Lithograph
Presentation: Archivally matted in acid-free 16″ × 20″ museum mat
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