HORT 261 Lecture Notes - Lecture 6: Nosegay, Biedermeier, Raffia Palm
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Spherical arrangements in which material radiate from central point. Controlled, compact, tightly mass to completely random. Date back to late 1700s and early 1800s in england, france, and germany. Roots in colonial period (18th and 19th centuries) Originally whatever flowers, grasses, fruits, and vegetables were available primarily from. 1920s and 30s used to describe round bridal bouquets. 1950s and 60s used to describe round arrangements that gained popularity. Frequently have perfectly round edge of foliage or lace. Formal = symmetrically balanced typically fairly even flower placement and spacing. Originally fragrant hand-held bouquets of flowers and herbs as well as delicate bouquets in. Informal = randomly patterned flower placement which specific botanicals were chosen to convey special sentiments using victorian-era language of flowers. Relief from stench of streets, infrequent bathing; believed would rid air of infectious diseases. Proper ladies carried at social gatherings (mostly stylish accessories: often decorative, ornamental posy holders, made of metal, porcelain, glass, tortoiseshell, and mother-of-pearl.
