A print of flower stands featured in an eye-catching Art Nouveau advertisement. Art Nouveau led the way in blending nature-inspired designs with modern production methods and the stands prioritized aesthetics alongside functionality.

Why We Picked It
The product represents a slice of late 19th-century industrial innovation during the Art Nouveau period known for elegant lines and organic shapes. The flowing lines and organic forms characteristic of the Art Nouveau movement are beautifully represented here. The image draws the eye to the intricate details of the floral arrangements and their surroundings. The unusual palette of green, brown, and red offers an intriguing color combination. 

Notable Context
The time marks a significant moment in the evolution of industrial design during the late 19th century. This period was characterized by rapid advancements in manufacturing technologies and the rise of consumer culture, prompting inventors to seek new solutions for everyday needs.

Louis G. Beers and Henry Eberhardt were associated with the Gilbert & Bennett Manufacturing Company, which was based in Georgetown, Connecticut. The company was known for producing wire products and various hardware items during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Beers and Eberhardt, after a long wait, received their patent in 1897 for this product, later transferring their rights to the Gilbert & Bennett Manufacturing Company. In defending the novelty of their invention, Beers and Eberhardt explained that traditional flower stands, designed in a step-like shape, took up significant space, making them costly to ship. Their collapsible design, however, was not only "attractive" but could also be easily disassembled and packed for transport.

Paper Prints Approx. Sizing
11x14 paper Art 8.5"x14" 
16x20 paper Art 12"x20" 
18x24 paper  Art 14.5"x24" 

Framed Prints Approx. Sizing
18"x30"
black metal silver Art 18x30 Interior 18x30 Exterior 18.125x30.125
black wood Art 18x30 Interior 18x30 Exterior 18.875x30.875