Meadow of Gold: The Story Behind the Painting

"Meadow of Gold" was born of the artist's lifelong love of the cheerful, beautiful blooms. Marigolds are known as the "Herb of the Sun" and are symbolic of passion and creativity. Marigolds have been used as love charms and incorporated into wedding garlands. Early Christians named the flower "Mary's Gold" and offered the blossoms in place of money at the foot of her statues. The Portuguese introduced marigolds into India. Eventually the flower was offered to the Hindu gods Vishnu and Lakshmi. The marigold is also considered to be sacred among the Aztec Indians, who have traditionally decorated their temples with the flower. Marigolds can be found in Europe, Africa and the Americas.

To learn more about marigolds, please see our article on Garden Flower Symbolism.

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