FLORAL DESIGN: AMERICAN FEDERAL PERIOD (1780-1820)

The American federal period was during the years of 1780-1820 (post revolutionary war and pre civil war eras)

The flower arrangements from this era are greatly influenced by French. The beauty of individuality was emphasized and the fewer flowers were placed in the containers

FLOWERS AND FOLIAGE USED

• Wreathes
• Garlands
• Cornucopia
• Roses
• Peonies

REFERENCE

• http://www.theflowerexpert.com/content/miscellaneous/flowersandhistory/hist...
• http://www.theflowerexpert.com/content/miscellaneous/flowersandhistory/hist...