Jellyfish and algae

Jellyfish and algae, stained glass. Lilies, peacocks, and the Goldshain flower (Khatim), decorative edges. (1897) Maurice Biller Vernueil (French, 1869–1942) Jellyfish and algae: depicted in stained glass (vitrail). Singing creatures (Cigales), lilies (lis), peacocks (paons), and Khatim flowers (cytise) appeared as decorations on the edges (bordures). The work is inspired by the Art Nouveau (Art Nouveau) style, which is an ornate decorative art style that flourished in the late 19th century. The artist Maurice Biller Vernueil was famous for using elements of nature as part of his decorative designs.