Geranium sylvaticum, known as Wood Cranesbill and called Midsommarblomster, or Midsummer Flower, in Sweden, is a beloved wildflower of the Scandinavian landscape. This specimen was collected in Skarpö, a small island in the Stockholm archipelago, where it grew along an ängskant, the edge of a meadow.
Blooming during the long days of Nordic summer, Wood Cranesbill has long been associated with Sweden's midsummer traditions, when wildflowers are gathered to celebrate the season's brief abundance. Its delicate violet blue blossoms and finely cut foliage have made it a favorite among botanists, gardeners, and nature lovers for generations.
Carefully pressed and preserved, this antique herbarium specimen offers a glimpse into both the natural beauty and cultural heritage of rural Sweden. A quiet reminder of sunlit meadows, wildflower fields, and the enduring practice of botanical collecting.
Available framed or unframed. This specimen may be displayed as preserved or paired with an exclusive Ashley Holmes Design frame, custom crafted to complement the timeless beauty of antique botanical art.
Geranium sylvaticum, known as Wood Cranesbill and called Midsommarblomster, or Midsummer Flower, in Sweden, is a beloved wildflower of the Scandinavian landscape. This specimen was collected in Skarpö, a small island in the Stockholm archipelago, where it grew along an ängskant, the edge of a meadow.
Blooming during the long days of Nordic summer, Wood Cranesbill has long been associated with Sweden's midsummer traditions, when wildflowers are gathered to celebrate the season's brief abundance. Its delicate violet blue blossoms and finely cut foliage have made it a favorite among botanists, gardeners, and nature lovers for generations.
Carefully pressed and preserved, this antique herbarium specimen offers a glimpse into both the natural beauty and cultural heritage of rural Sweden. A quiet reminder of sunlit meadows, wildflower fields, and the enduring practice of botanical collecting.
Available framed or unframed. This specimen may be displayed as preserved or paired with an exclusive Ashley Holmes Design frame, custom crafted to complement the timeless beauty of antique botanical art.
9.5” x 15.75”
Custom framing available upon request, please inquire.
