March, from Twelve Months of Flowers n.d.

"March," from Henry Fletcher's "Twelve Months of Flowers," is a hand-colored engraving showcasing a vibrant bouquet of spring blooms. The composition, bursting with yellow tulips, red anemones, and delicate blue forget-me-nots, embodies the joy and renewal of the season. The artist's meticulous attention to detail in capturing the varied textures and colors of the flowers, along with their arrangement in a stone vase, creates a sense of realism and beauty. This print, housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, offers a glimpse into the 18th-century fascination with botanical illustration and its role in celebrating nature's beauty.