Storks in a Daisy Field

Bring the delicate charm, organic harmony, and avant-garde Art Nouveau elegance of late 19th-century French printmaking into your living space with this exceptional fine art poster. Created in 1899 by French Nabis master Paul Ranson, this captivating lithograph—titled Les Cigognes (The Storks)—depicts a flock of European White Storks gathered in a lush green meadow dotted with blooming white daisies.

Rendered in soft sage-green, olive, and chalky white pencil-textured hues, the composition features one stork with outstretched wings poised above others resting gracefully amidst field flowers. Meticulously restored to preserve its handcrafted crayon lithograph texture, delicate paper grain, and original plate signature reading “P. Ranson”, this print serves as a calm, sophisticated centerpiece for modern walls.

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The History: Paul-Élie Ranson (1864–1909) was a central figure of Les Nabis (“The Prophets”), a pioneering group of French Post-Impressionist artists that included Pierre Bonnard, Édouard Vuillard, Maurice Denis, and Paul Sérusier. Dubbed “the most Japonist Nabi” by his peers, Ranson synthesized Japanese ukiyo-e flat composition with French Symbolism and Art Nouveau decorative motifs. Passionate about nature and avian subject matter, Ranson created numerous decorative panels, tapestries, and lithographs featuring birds, floral fields, and folklore. Today, original lithographs and works by Ranson are preserved in premier museum collections worldwide, including the Musée d’Orsay, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the National Gallery of Art.

The Aesthetic: A masterclass in surface decoration, organic pattern, and serene color harmony, this artwork pairs soft spring greens with the pure whites and coral-red beaks of the storks. Ranson distributes white daisy blossoms like a rhythmic wallpaper motif across the canvas, blurring the line between fine art illustration and decorative tapestry design. The upward wing span of the top stork creates an uplifting focal point, while the resting storks below offer a grounded, peaceful feel. Set against a clean off-white margin, this high-impact print introduces an air of French fin-de-siècle charm, biophilic tranquility, and artistic sophistication to any interior.

It is an ideal statement piece for:

• Art Nouveau lovers, Les Nabis movement scholars, bird art collectors, stork enthusiasts, and admirers of 19th-century French printmaking.

• Quiet bedrooms, peaceful living rooms, sunlit reading alcoves, private libraries, nursery spaces, entryways, or as a serene anchor on a gallery wall.

• Art Nouveau, Japandi, organic modern, mid-century modern, French provincial, or transitional interior design styles that value soft natural tones and historic fine art.

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Product Details

• Artist: Paul Ranson (French, 1864–1909)

• Title: Les Cigognes (Storks in a Daisy Field)

• Subject: French Art Nouveau Lithograph, Les Nabis Stork & Floral Meadow Study

• Original Year: c. 1899

• Style: Art Nouveau / Les Nabis / French Decorative Fine Art

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Museum-Quality Vintage Prints

Our vintage posters are made to order using premium Giclée printing techniques. Every piece is printed on thick, heavyweight fine art paper (200gsm) with a smooth, completely matte finish.

We specifically source an acid-free, natural-toned paper that perfectly recreates the warmth and authentic character of original mid-century lithographs. Unlike standard glossy posters, our premium matte finish ensures there is zero glare when your artwork is framed behind glass, resulting in a rich, museum-quality display. Combined with long-lasting, UV-resistant pigment inks, your print is designed to remain vibrant for generations.