PRINCESS FLEUR-DE-LIS
AND THE ROOTED LOVER
AND THE ROOTED LOVER
In this tale, written in 1895 by British writer Laurence Hausman, a common ploughboy falls in love with a princess. In order to be closer to her he allows himself to be transformed into a poppy and planted in the palace gardens. Eventually he is transformed back into a human and wins the love of the princess.
This tale demonstrates the
virtues of patience, courage,
and love.
Mixed media
Height: 31", 79cm