Charles E. Burchfield (1893-1967), The Fragrance of Spring (Bee Hepaticas), c. 1962; watercolor, charcoal, and chalk on Bee watercolor paper mounted on board, 38 x 29 inches; The Spiro Family Collection, courtesy of Debra Force Fine Art, New York
Charles E. Burchfield, Journals, March 27, 1962
Saturday, Mar 27, 2021
P.M. – In studio, made a study for a painting – I am going to attempt to paint the odor of hepaticas and the smell of earth under sun-warmed dead leaves. The idea fills my mind with joyous anticipation.
Charles E. Burchfield, March 27, 1962