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"Les Fleurs Animées" (Animated Flowers) is a hand-colored lithograph by French artist Jean Ignace Isidore Gérard Grandville, created in 1846. The whimsical print depicts a plant with flowers that are formed by small, human-like figures, highlighting Grandville's signature blend of satire and fantastical imagery. The artwork, which resides in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, exemplifies the artistic trends of 19th-century Europe with its playful critique of societal norms, while showcasing Grandville's unique ability to combine the natural world with imaginative whimsy.