Spring in the Maple Garden, Hidcote Manor Spirits turn golden bronze as autumn

turn golden bronze as autumn progresses

and abundant orchards

of a pleasing apricot

The spectacular flower heads emerge as cream coloured before fading to white showing some pink tints later in the season

with mineral and brioche

Spring in the Maple Garden, Hidcote Manor Spirits turn golden bronze as autumnAlex Longs Spring in the Maple Garden, Hidcote Manor, an oil on linen canvas piece, captures the celebrated Arts and Crafts garden in warm spring light and richly layered greens. Loose brushwork and soft architectural detail give the composition a relaxed elegance, well suited to hallways, studies, or country interiors.