The artwork titled “Flor Imperiale, Coral Snake and Spider, Brazil” was created by Marianne North in 1873. This piece belongs to the Naturalism movement and is a part of the animal painting genre.
The artwork showcases a vibrant scene from nature featuring an intricate and detailed portrayal of a coral snake coiled on the ground in the foreground. Adjacent to the snake, a strikingly beautiful flower, known as Flor Imperiale, is depicted with bright red, spiky petals emanating from the center. Above this floral display, a spider can be seen clinging to the rock surface, contributing to the ecological realism of the scene. The natural elements are rendered with meticulous attention to texture and color, capturing the lush detail and vibrant life found in Brazil’s natural environment.
