Alice Stainton: A Visionary of Floral Still Life Alice Stainton (1910–1999) stands as a singular figure in the realm of Victorian botanical painting, recognized for her exquisitely detailed depictions of flowers—particularly chrysanthemums—that transcend mere representation and embody a profound connection to nature’s beauty and emotional resonance. Born in Worcestershire, England, Stainton possessed an innate fascination with botany…