Roman Herb Harmony

€120.00

Basil and chives thrive in the sun with a family touch

This painting captures a cherished corner of my Roman garden, where the August sun and cool shadows reveal rich textures and forms. It complements Summer Patio, sharing the same intense summer sunlight, while Autumnal Hydrangea contrasts with its softer autumn glow.

Two terracotta vases rest on a green metal rack: the decorated one on the left cradles basil, a nod to Italian culinary traditions—though my mother’s tiny plants suggest otherwise. She had yet to realise that basil requires a larger pot. The lighter-coloured vase on the right holds chives, a tribute to her English heritage. Though they added charm to our modest herb collection, the chives were mostly decorative—far too fiddly to cut and wash for the fleeting thrill of a garnish.

Rather than focusing on the herbs, I’ve zoomed in on the vases and rack, finding meaning in the overlooked details—the sun-baked surfaces, the rusty screw, and the play of light and shade.

Bring a piece of Italian summer into your home with Roman Herb Harmony and let its radiant charm transform your space.

Original size: 30 × 23.4 cm (11.8 × 9.2 inches)

Available sizes and prices (in Euro):

• A3 – 30 × 42 cm (12” × 16.5”) – €120

• Full original size – 30 × 23.4 cm (11.8” × 9.2”) – €120

All prices include FREE SHIPPING throughout the EU, UK, and USA.

Size:

Basil and chives thrive in the sun with a family touch

This painting captures a cherished corner of my Roman garden, where the August sun and cool shadows reveal rich textures and forms. It complements Summer Patio, sharing the same intense summer sunlight, while Autumnal Hydrangea contrasts with its softer autumn glow.

Two terracotta vases rest on a green metal rack: the decorated one on the left cradles basil, a nod to Italian culinary traditions—though my mother’s tiny plants suggest otherwise. She had yet to realise that basil requires a larger pot. The lighter-coloured vase on the right holds chives, a tribute to her English heritage. Though they added charm to our modest herb collection, the chives were mostly decorative—far too fiddly to cut and wash for the fleeting thrill of a garnish.

Rather than focusing on the herbs, I’ve zoomed in on the vases and rack, finding meaning in the overlooked details—the sun-baked surfaces, the rusty screw, and the play of light and shade.

Bring a piece of Italian summer into your home with Roman Herb Harmony and let its radiant charm transform your space.

Original size: 30 × 23.4 cm (11.8 × 9.2 inches)

Available sizes and prices (in Euro):

• A3 – 30 × 42 cm (12” × 16.5”) – €120

• Full original size – 30 × 23.4 cm (11.8” × 9.2”) – €120

All prices include FREE SHIPPING throughout the EU, UK, and USA.

Need help with framing?

• For EU & UK Customers:

Custom framing is available for my full-size prints at many online stores like Desenio. For standard sizes, you’ll find ready-made frames available online from retailers like IKEA, Amazon, and Habitat.

• For U.S. Customers:

These prints follow A-series sizes, common in Europe, but you’ll find plenty of options for framing in the US:

• A3 (12” × 16.5”) fits well in a 16” × 20” frame with a mat.

• A2 (16.5” × 23”) works well in an 18” × 24” or 20” × 24” frame with a mat.

• A1 (23” × 33”) is similar to 24” × 36” (a standard poster size).

Many frame stores and online services like Framebridge, Simply Framed, and Michaels offer A-series frames or custom matting to fit these sizes.