With its compound leaves and clusters of red berries, the sorb tree is rich in folk symbolism.
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With its compound leaves and clusters of red berries, the sorb tree is rich in folk symbolism. Grasset’s rendering balances botanical clarity with stylized geometry, creating a rhythmic, vertical ornament. The lower panel suggests applications for architecture or print — stately, almost heraldic in its composition.
The sorb is linked in mythology to protection and resilience — themes echoed in this strong yet elegant design.
Artist: Eugène Grasset-Explore the story behind this plate on our blog
Title: Sorb (Sorbier)
Plate Number: 18
Date: 1896
Technique: Original color lithograph
Size: 45 × 32 cm
Condition: Fine
Edition: Charles Gillot, Paris
A noble and symbolic composition — perfect for classical interiors or collectors interested in European folklore and plant symbology.
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