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For many years, various peoples have composed stories, legends and myths about flowers. Sometimes the same flower in different peoples had completely different meanings. The tradition of language of flowers was born in the East, where with flowers people could express their emotions, feelings and thoughts. Then this language came to Europe. There were even great dictionaries, telling both about the properties and symbolism of flowers, and the correct composition of flower compositions.
Today we will tell you about some, the most popular flowers and their symbolic meaning, so that you know that you are not just buying a picture, but something more…
Lilacs
This is a bushy plant whose flowers bloom in the spring, in May. Lilacs smell delightful. It is mostly dominated by purple, pink and white colors. Symbolizes the first feelings of falling in love. Purple is the first love, and white is the innocence of the relationship. Paintings of lilacs are very popular.
Roses
These are probably some of the most important and popular flowers. Their types are quite diverse. The white rose symbolizes purity, eternal love, reverence, modesty, silence. Red rose – love and passion. yellow rose – happiness, joy and friendship. Pink rose – kindness and consideration. Cream rose – beauty, elegance and perfection. Paintings of roses are very popular, but not every artist can capture their beauty.
Peonies
In some, especially in eastern countries, they are considered royal flowers. Many people like to grow peony flowers for their lush blossoms. This flower has many symbols, the main ones being wealth, fame, highest happiness, success. In painting pictures of peonies always look very beautiful, sometimes better than in person…
Daisies
This flower symbolizes simplicity, youthfulness and romance. But in spite of this fact, many people like these flowers, because they remind us of something familiar and cozy. Daisies also come in different kinds and sizes. Artists are very fond of using daisy flowers in their still lifes. and there they do not look at all simple…
Poppies
What an amazing sight to see the expanse of land, studded with these flowers. Poppies are not only scarlet, but also purple, yellow and white. Poppies symbolize fertility, pleasure, passion. Paintings with poppies are very popular with artists. And the demand among connoisseurs for pictures of poppies is not less.
Iris
Flowers of iris can be found on ancient frescoes, which are 4000 years old. Its images were used by many peoples of antiquity, such as the Romans, Greeks, Egyptians, etc. It is a very graceful flower with an incredible palette of colors and shades. Iris symbolizes courage, bravery, boldness. Also, iris flowers are a symbol of friendship. Observing irises, the artist conveys all the things that we most often do not notice. in these flowers. Therefore, paintings with irises are very beautiful.
Sunflowers
These flowers are the sunniest of all flowers. When you drive by the fields with sunflowers, you always want to get out and just enjoy this picture. We used to think that sunflowers could only be used as an agricultural crop, but giving a bouquet of sunflowers is gaining popularity today. And these flowers symbolize optimism, joy and cheerfulness. Also sunflowers are a symbol of prosperity. Sunflowers inspired many artists, including such artists as Claude Monet, Paul Gauguin, Van Gogh… And they continue to inspire…
Today we’ve talked about the meaning of just a few of the colors that are most popular in painting. There are still so many colors we haven’t mentioned, but information about each of them is freely available and you can find out.
