Oiseaux, jeu de fond. Escargots et champignon. Coccinelles et capillaires, étoffe. Faisan dorés et iris, bordure. (1897)

Welcome to our online gallery, where we proudly feature "Oiseaux, jeu de fond. Escargots et champignon. Coccinelles et capillaires, étoffe. Faisan dorés et iris, bordure." This striking creation by Maurice Pillard Verneuil, crafted in 1897, is an exquisite display of Art Nouveau design, rich in detail and vibrant in color.This intricate painting is divided into four distinct panels, each brimming with natural motifs and an astounding attention to detail that characterizes Verneuil’s work. The top left panel showcases a repetitive pattern of yellow birds against an orange background, symbolizing freedom and the beauty of nature in flight. Adjacent is a panel that captures the serenity of snails nestled within a stylized mushroom, set against a captivating backdrop of a round embellishment that reflects a harmonious balance of nature.To the right, we are treated to a delightful arrangement of ladybugs interspersed among greenery, their spotted red backs vivid against the foliage—a playful depiction reminding us of the smaller beauties of nature often overlooked.Below these panels lies the most arresting part of the composition: a pair of golden pheasants amidst irises. Rendered in bold reds, oranges, and yellows, these birds are illustrated in a dramatic, flowing style that seems to bring them to life. Their elongated, ornate feathers sweep across the canvas, evoking a sense of movement and grace.Verneuil's work not only celebrates the splendor and variety of the natural world but also showcases his mastery of the Art Nouveau style, characterized by organic shapes, meticulous patterns, and bold colors.