Merlot Lettuce – Original Botanical Watercolor

A study of Merlot Lettuce, an ornamental lettuce variety prized for its richly ruffled leaves and dramatic burgundy coloration.
Layered washes of crimson, plum, and deep wine-purple reveal the plant's sculptural structure and luminous center. The composition highlights the surprising beauty of edible plants, blurring the boundary between botanical illustration and ornamental garden portraiture.
Part of the Goth Garden series, created as illustrations for the book of the same name.
Original watercolor on 100% cotton paper with natural deckled edges. Signed and dated.
Watercolor on 100% cotton paper (19 × 28 cm), 2025