Study in Bronze and Green

In Study in Bronze and Green, a striking botanical study executed in pastel on paper, Fleming captures the sculptural elegance of tropical flora, likely drawn from her own garden in Andalusia. The composition centers on a bromeliad featuring a rosette of stiff, arching leaves

Unlike the silver variety, this specimen displays a rich variegation of deep greens and bronze-red tones, suggesting a waxy, hardy texture. A cluster of vibrant orange flowers or bracts emerges low from the center, providing a vivid contrast to the earthy tones of the foliage. Fleming uses the pastel to create luminous highlights on the leaves, effectively conveying their glossy surface. The background is left neutral and indistinct, forcing the viewer to focus entirely on the structural complexity and color gradation of the plant.