Capucine Collection

The Nasturtium (colour litho)
2638558 The Nasturtium (colour litho) by Verneuil, Maurice Pillard (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrator)

The Nasturtium (colour litho)
2638557 The Nasturtium (colour litho) by Verneuil, Maurice Pillard (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrator)

La Capucine (Nasturtium), c. 1776 (hand-coloured engraving)
618105 La Capucine (Nasturtium), c.1776 (hand-coloured engraving) by Buchoz, Pierre-Joseph (1731-1807); Private Collection; (add.info.: from Collection Precieuse et Enluminee, published 1776)

Fashionable people playing the Capucine kissing game. The players must sit back to back with their arms entwined and endeavor to give each other a kiss on the lips by their contortions

Garden nasturtium, Tropaeolum majus
La Capucine. Garden nasturtium, Tropaeolum majus. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Collection precieuse et enluminee des fleurs les plus belles et les plus curieuses

Austrian copper rose, Rosa foetida (Rose jaune capucine, Rosa lutea var. bicolor). Handcoloured lithograph by Lecouturier after a botanical illustration by Mlle. F

The Nasturtium (colour litho)
2638559 The Nasturtium (colour litho) by Martin, Anna (fl.1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrator: Anna Martin Illustration from Plants and their application to ornament)

GAME / KISSING / FRANCE
Le Baiser a la Capucine - a French kissing game Date: circa 1810

Tropaeolum peregrinum, Canary creeper
Watercolour by Gerard van Spaendonck (1746-1822) Date: 1822

Grandville Nasturtium
CAPUCINE nasturtium (tropaeolum majus) Date: 1847

Paris / Boulevard Capucine
Boulevard des Capucines: l Olympia, with people milling about outside

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"Captivating Capucine: A Floral Delight and a French Kissing Game" Step into the enchanting world of Capucine, where vibrant colors and playful traditions intertwine. The Nasturtium, with its fiery hues captured in exquisite lithographs, takes center stage. From "La Capucine (Nasturtium), c. 1776, " a meticulously hand-colored engraving that exudes timeless elegance, to the lively "Fashionable people playing the Capucine kissing game, " this flower has become synonymous with joyous moments. In gardens adorned with Tropaeolum majus, commonly known as Garden nasturtiums, or Rosa foetida, the Austrian copper rose, one cannot help but be captivated by their beauty. These blossoms serve as inspiration for artists who have immortalized them in colorful lithographs like "The Nasturtium. " But it is not just their aesthetic appeal that makes Capucines special; they are also associated with an intriguing French tradition - a kissing game played among friends and lovers alike. Known simply as "Capucine, " this lighthearted pastime brings people closer together through laughter and stolen kisses. As you wander through Paris' bustling Boulevard Capucine, you may stumble upon Tropaeolum peregrinum - the Canary creeper - gracefully climbing walls and adding a touch of whimsy to urban landscapes. It serves as a reminder of nature's ability to thrive even in unexpected places. For those seeking guidance on how to play the beloved game correctly, look no further than number 65 - "The kiss in the Capucine. " This charming illustration captures two figures engaged in an affectionate embrace amidst blooming flowers – an invitation to partake in this delightful custom. And let us not forget Grandville Nasturtium - a testament to how art can breathe life into petals and leaves.