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Iris Collection (#6)

"Iris: A Kaleidoscope of Beauty and Symbolism" The captivating allure of the iris is undeniable, whether it be the enchanting Iris xiphioides or the elegant Anglica

Background imageIris Collection: Daniel Elezer Pomeroy house, Beech Road, Englewood, New Jersey, 1918

Daniel Elezer Pomeroy house, Beech Road, Englewood, New Jersey, 1918. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Daniel Elezer Pomeroy house, Beech Road, Englewood, New Jersey, 1918. House Architecture: Aymar Embury II. Landscape: Ruth Bramley Dean, circa 1915

Background imageIris Collection: 'Willowmere, ' Rear Admiral Aaron Ward house, 435 Bryant Avenue, Roslyn Harbor, New York, c1914

"Willowmere, " Rear Admiral Aaron Ward house, 435 Bryant Avenue, Roslyn Harbor, New York, c1914. House Architecture: Circa 1770 house, inherited in 1882 by Elizabeth Cairns Ward

Background imageIris Collection: 'Beechgate, ' Robert Carmer Hill house, Woodland Avenue, Englewood, New Jersey, 1918

"Beechgate, " Robert Carmer Hill house, Woodland Avenue, Englewood, New Jersey, 1918. Landscape: Anna Gilman (Mrs. Robert C.) Hill on four acres, circa 1911

Background imageIris Collection: Pennsylvania School of Horticulture for Women, Old Limekiln Road, Ambler, Pennsylvania, 1919

Pennsylvania School of Horticulture for Women, Old Limekiln Road, Ambler, Pennsylvania, 1919. Landscape, James Bush-Brown

Background imageIris Collection: 'Grey-Croft, ' Stephen Swete Cummins house, Huntting Lane, East Hampton, New York, 1913

"Grey-Croft, " Stephen Swete Cummins house, Huntting Lane, East Hampton, New York, 1913. House Architecture: Isaac Henry Green Jr. for Lorenzo Guernsey Woodhouse

Background imageIris Collection: Landscape of trees and meadow with irises in foreground, c1900. Creator: Unknown

Landscape of trees and meadow with irises in foreground, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Landscape of trees and meadow with irises in foreground, c1900

Background imageIris Collection: 'Willowmere, ' Rear Admiral Aaron Ward house, 435 Bryant Avenue, Roslyn Harbor, New York, c1914

"Willowmere, " Rear Admiral Aaron Ward house, 435 Bryant Avenue, Roslyn Harbor, New York, c1914. House Architecture: Circa 1770 house, inherited in 1882 by Elizabeth Cairns Ward

Background imageIris Collection: 'Grey-Croft, ' Stephen Swete Cummins house, Huntting Lane, East Hampton, New York, 1913

"Grey-Croft, " Stephen Swete Cummins house, Huntting Lane, East Hampton, New York, 1913. House Architecture: Isaac Henry Green Jr. for Lorenzo Guernsey Woodhouse

Background imageIris Collection: 'Grey-Croft, ' Stephen Swete Cummins house, Huntting Lane, East Hampton, New York, 1913

"Grey-Croft, " Stephen Swete Cummins house, Huntting Lane, East Hampton, New York, 1913. House Architecture: Isaac Henry Green Jr. for Lorenzo Guernsey Woodhouse

Background imageIris Collection: Graham Nichols house, Greenwich, Connecticut, c1917 or 1918. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston

Graham Nichols house, Greenwich, Connecticut, c1917 or 1918. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Graham Nichols house, Greenwich, Connecticut, c1917 or 1918

Background imageIris Collection: Dr. Charles William Richardson house, Chevy Chase, Washington, D.C. 1926

Dr. Charles William Richardson house, Chevy Chase, Washington, D.C. 1926. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Dr. Charles William Richardson house, Chevy Chase, Washington, D.C. 1926. Landscape: Amy (also Aime´e) Small (Mrs. Charles W.) Richardson on 17 acres acquired by her father, Washington, D.C

Background imageIris Collection: 'Killenworth, ' George Dupont Pratt house, Glen Cove, New York, c1918

"Killenworth, " George Dupont Pratt house, Glen Cove, New York, c1918. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
"Killenworth, " George Dupont Pratt house, Glen Cove, New York, c1918. House Architecture: Trowbridge & Ackerman, 1908-1913. Landscape: James Leal Greenleaf, circa 1913

Background imageIris Collection: English lead figurine holding sundial, Graham Nichols garden, Greenwich, Connecticut, c1908 - 1927

English lead figurine holding sundial, Graham Nichols garden, Greenwich, Connecticut, c1908 - 1927
English lead figurine holding sundial, Graham Nichols garden, Greenwich, Connecticut, between 1908 and 1927

Background imageIris Collection: Iris view

Iris view
Jef Van den Houte

Background imageIris Collection: George Fisher Baker house, Tuxedo Park, New York, c1913. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston

George Fisher Baker house, Tuxedo Park, New York, c1913. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
George Fisher Baker house, Tuxedo Park, New York, c1913. House Architecture: James Brown Lord, 1887 for Pierre Lorillard, acquired by George Fisher Baker in 1895

Background imageIris Collection: Plate 75: A Fly and Other Insects with an Iris, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel

Plate 75: A Fly and Other Insects with an Iris, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Plate 75: A Fly and Other Insects with an Iris, c. 1575/1580

Background imageIris Collection: Chiryu: The Old Story of the Irises at Yatsuhashi Bridge (Yatsuhashi no kakitsubata... 1856)

Chiryu: The Old Story of the Irises at Yatsuhashi Bridge (Yatsuhashi no kakitsubata... 1856. Creator: Ando Hiroshige)
Chiryu: The Old Story of the Irises at Yatsuhashi Bridge (Yatsuhashi no kakitsubata no koji), section of sheet no. 12 from the series "Pictures of the Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road

Background imageIris Collection: Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series 'One Hundred Famous Views of... 1857

Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series "One Hundred Famous Views of... 1857
Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho Edo hyakkei)", 1857

Background imageIris Collection: Iris at Horikiri Village (Horikiri no sato hanashobu), section of a sheet from the series... 1857

Iris at Horikiri Village (Horikiri no sato hanashobu), section of a sheet from the series... 1857
Iris at Horikiri Village (Horikiri no sato hanashobu), section of a sheet from the series "Cutout Pictures of Famous Places in Edo (Edo meisho harimaze zue)", 1857

Background imageIris Collection: Kerria and Iris, from the illustrated book 'Picture Book: Flowers of the Four Seasons... 1801

Kerria and Iris, from the illustrated book "Picture Book: Flowers of the Four Seasons... 1801
Kerria and Iris, from the illustrated book "Picture Book: Flowers of the Four Seasons (Ehon shiki no hana), " vol. 1, Japan, New Year, 1801

Background imageIris Collection: The Interior of the Gankiro in Yokohama (Yokohama Gankiro mikomi no zu), 1860

The Interior of the Gankiro in Yokohama (Yokohama Gankiro mikomi no zu), 1860. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
The Interior of the Gankiro in Yokohama (Yokohama Gankiro mikomi no zu), 1860. Detail from a larger artwork

Background imageIris Collection: Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series 'One Hundred Famous Views of... 1857

Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series "One Hundred Famous Views of... 1857
Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho Edo hyakkei)", 1857

Background imageIris Collection: Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series 'One Hundred Famous Views of... 1857

Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series "One Hundred Famous Views of... 1857
Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho Edo hyakkei)", 1857

Background imageIris Collection: Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series 'One Hundred Famous Views... 1857

Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series "One Hundred Famous Views... 1857
Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho Edo hyakkei)", 1857

Background imageIris Collection: Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series 'One Hundred Famous Views... 1857

Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series "One Hundred Famous Views... 1857
Irises at Horikiri (Horikiri no hanashobu), from the series "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho Edo hyakkei)", 1857

Background imageIris Collection: Morning of Iris, from the series 'Five Festivals in the Pleasure Quarters (Hanakuruwa...', c. 1779)

Morning of Iris, from the series "Five Festivals in the Pleasure Quarters (Hanakuruwa...", c. 1779)
Morning of Iris, from the series "Five Festivals in the Pleasure Quarters (Hanakuruwa gosechi no asobi)", c. 1779

Background imageIris Collection: Cross section illustration of anatomy of human eye showing use of optic nerve

Cross section illustration of anatomy of human eye showing use of optic nerve
Anatomy, Biomedical Illustration, Close-Up, Cross Section, Eyelash, Fovea, Human Eye, Iris, No People, Optic Nerve, Part Of, Physiology, Pupil, Sensory Perception, Side View, Single Object

Background imageIris Collection: Digital illustration of constricted pupil of human eye

Digital illustration of constricted pupil of human eye
Anatomy, Biomedical Illustration, Circle, Closed, Cornea, Digitally Generated, Directly Above, Healthcare and Medicine, Human Eye, Human Muscle, Illustrative Technique, Iris, Muscle Fibre, No People

Background imageIris Collection: Digital illustration of human eye transforming images made from light into electrical impulses

Digital illustration of human eye transforming images made from light into electrical impulses
arrow sign, biomedical illustration, blue background, connection, cornea, cross section, digitally generated, direction, eyesight, full frame, horizontal, human eye, iris, lens, no people

Background imageIris Collection: IRIS 1

IRIS 1
Art by the Ocean

Background imageIris Collection: Img 0356

Img 0356
mnemonixART

Background imageIris Collection: Img 0161.png

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mnemonixART

Background imageIris Collection: Img 0602.png

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Background imageIris Collection: Img 0602

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Background imageIris Collection: The Eye

The Eye
Andreas Magnusson

Background imageIris Collection: Bark Iris, 1844. Creator: Dirk Antoon Josephus Franciscus Topke

Bark Iris, 1844. Creator: Dirk Antoon Josephus Franciscus Topke
Bark Iris, 1844. The sailing vessel "Iris" at sea. "Iris", a three-masted bark, is depicted twice. On the left, the port side is seen obliquely from the front

Background imageIris Collection: looked

looked
Jorge Pena

Background imageIris Collection: Img 0613

Img 0613
mnemonixART

Background imageIris Collection: Iris Wife

Iris Wife
Barry Sheene 1953 - 2003 Wife Steph and mother Iris World Copyright - LAT Photographic

Background imageIris Collection: Vincent Van Gogh's Irises (1890)

Vincent Van Gogh's Irises (1890)
Vincent Van Gogh

Background imageIris Collection: iris in rain

iris in rain
YoungIl Kim

Background imageIris Collection: Vase mit Irisblüte

Vase mit Irisblüte
Eva Galonska

Background imageIris Collection: Concentration before the big descent

Concentration before the big descent
Thierry Dufour

Background imageIris Collection: The queen and her blue palace

The queen and her blue palace
Thierry Dufour

Background imageIris Collection: Illustration for 'Alphabet of good examples', c.1890 (engraving)

Illustration for "Alphabet of good examples", c.1890 (engraving)
DUV4212008 Illustration for "Alphabet of good examples", c.1890 (engraving) by Gray, Henri (Boulanger) (1858-1924); 18.5x16.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageIris Collection: Irises, pub. c.1950, (colour woodblock print)

Irises, pub. c.1950, (colour woodblock print)
ILL45533 Irises, pub. c.1950, (colour woodblock print) by Japanese School, (20th century); Private Collection

Background imageIris Collection: Female Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena vatia) camouflaged on Yellow flag iris (Iris pseudacorus)

Female Goldenrod crab spider (Misumena vatia) camouflaged on Yellow flag iris (Iris pseudacorus) flower waiting for prey to land, Kenfig National Nature Reserve, Glamorgan, Wales, UK, June

Background imageIris Collection: Postcard design artwork - Schoolgirl led by hand by a sprite

Postcard design artwork - Schoolgirl led by hand by a sprite
Postcard design artwork - A Schoolgirl led by hand by a sprite. Date: circa 1937



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"Iris: A Kaleidoscope of Beauty and Symbolism" The captivating allure of the iris is undeniable, whether it be the enchanting Iris xiphioides or the elegant Anglica. From its appearance on a Tatler front cover featuring the iconic Tallulah Bankhead in 1925 to its depiction in Robert Furber's Twelve Months of Flowers, this flower has always been a symbol of grace and sophistication. In June, as captured by Furber's Plate 32, fields adorned with irises near Arles evoke Van Gogh's masterpiece "Field with Flowers. " The vibrant hues showcased in Plate 16 and Plate 18 further emphasize the iris' ability to mesmerize with its striking colors. Beyond artistry, even transportation bears witness to the iris' significance. The Royal Iris Ferry Steamer stands as a testament to how this flower has permeated various aspects of society throughout history. Delving into botanical realms, Basilius Beslers' Florilegium showcases variegated Spanish irises alongside wild leeks. This engraving from 1613 highlights not only their visual appeal but also their presence within nature's tapestry. Moving beyond mere aesthetics, we explore eye anatomy artwork that draws parallels between our own eyes and these delicate blooms. Just like our eyes are windows to our souls, so too do irises reflect depth and emotion. Finally, we find ourselves amidst the splendor of New Mexico's Pecos Wilderness where wild irises thrive. Here they stand tall against rugged landscapes—a reminder that beauty can flourish even in seemingly inhospitable environments. Whether admired for its artistic representation or revered for its symbolic meaning across cultures and time periods—iris remains an emblematic kaleidoscope of beauty that continues to captivate hearts worldwide.