A posey of violets with their heart shaped leaves freely painted to give a sense of their fragile elegance as they sit in a cut glass vase on the windowsill.

• Painted on Ampersand gesso board
• Measures 16” L x 12” W x 1/8”H
• Signed by the artist
• This work is unframed
• Includes authenticity certificate
• Ships from Sydney, Australia, usually within 3 days.


Sue’s work seeks the story within and she was intrigued to find that the humble violet posey worn as brooches were powerful symbols of solidarity of the suffragette movement in the UK in 1908.
The colors - purple, white, and green - were chosen to convey the values of the suffrage campaign.
Purple - dignity, for the strength and honor of the women fighting for their rights.
White - purity, for the virtuous cause they championed.
Green - hope, a hopeful vision for a more equal future.
Sashes, ribbons, and other accessories were worn by suffragettes and supporters of the cause.


Product Specifications

Length: 16 in.
Height: 1 in.
Width: 12 in.
Weight: 1 lbs.