{"product_id":"bladbegonia-samuel-jessurun-de-mesquita","title":"Bladbegonia - Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1920 lithograph by Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita, capturing the structural beauty of a begonia plant through rhythmic lines and tonal contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamuel Jessurun de Mesquita was a Dutch graphic artist known for his mastery of various printmaking techniques, including woodcut and lithography. Bladbegonia, created in 1920, demonstrates his ability to transform organic forms into structured, rhythmic compositions. The work focuses on the foliage of a begonia plant, rendered with a focus on texture and tonal contrast rather than strict botanical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this lithograph, the artist employs a dark, atmospheric ground that allows the lighter, structural veins of the leaves to emerge. The composition is balanced by the circular, sweeping motion of the leaves, which are contained within a pot at the base. De Mesquita uses a series of parallel lines and cross-hatching to define the volume of the plant, creating a sense of depth through the interplay of shadow and light. The background features subtle, vertical linear patterns that frame the central subject, adding a sense of order to the natural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Mesquita often drew inspiration from the natural world, yet he frequently abstracted these subjects to explore their geometric potential. His approach to printmaking was methodical, often involving multiple states to achieve the desired density of ink and line. This piece reflects his interest in the decorative possibilities of plant life, a theme that appeared throughout his career. The work is characteristic of his output during the early 20th century, where he moved away from traditional representation toward a more stylised, graphic language. By stripping away extraneous detail, he directs the viewer to the essential geometry of the begonia leaf, resulting in a composition that is both grounded in nature and distinctly modern in its execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58718739398991,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58718741299535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58718741332303,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58718741365071,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58718741397839,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58718741430607,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58718741463375,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58718741496143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58718741528911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58718741561679,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58718741594447,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58718741627215,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Bladbegonia_Poster_CompositorV1_1788908691111.jpg?v=1788909191","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/bladbegonia-samuel-jessurun-de-mesquita","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}