China Aster — Variety Is Pleasing

This charming historical floral illustration presents two China asters in contrasting colors against a warm cream ground. A soft pink bloom rises above a deep blue-violet flower, each centered with vivid golden yellow, while curving green stems and elongated leaves create a simple vertical arrangement.

The original “CHINA ASTER” heading appears above the flowers, accompanied by the decorative phrase “Variety is pleasing” and the line “Skilled alike to dazzle and to please.” Rich color, period typography, and softly textured printing combine botanical imagery with the sentimental tradition of the language of flowers.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Not identified from the supplied image
• Title: China Aster — Variety Is Pleasing
• Original title: China Aster
• Series: The Language and Poetry of Flowers
• Date: 1867
• Period: 19th century
• Place of Origin: New York, United States
• Medium: Color floral book illustration

Framed Print Details

• Fine art printing: Professional 12-color fine art printing technology produces vivid, accurate colors with strong tonal depth and significantly greater nuance than standard 4-color inkjet printing.
• Paper: Smooth premium matte paper with a clean, glare-free finish.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm (80 lb).
• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
• Frame material: Durable pine wood.
• Frame dimensions: Approximately 20 mm (0.79 in) deep and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.6 in) wide.
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the print while keeping the framed artwork lightweight.
• Ready to hang: A hanging kit is included, allowing the framed print to be mounted directly on the wall.
• Available sizes: Offered in a range of sizes to suit different spaces.
• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
• Production: Each framed print is produced to order through a trusted international network of professional print studios.
• Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available.
• Made to order: There is no minimum order quantity. Each piece is printed and assembled on demand, reducing unnecessary stock and waste.

Exact frame dimensions, component availability, and production specifications may vary slightly depending on the selected size and destination.