The cherry blossom has been favoured among artists for centuries, for its natural grace and symbolic value. Each spring the cherry blossom tree returns to life; it is reborn. The gestural, hand-painted brushstrokes capture the fleeting beauty of these blossoms, against the elegant lustre of a silk ground.

“I wanted to evoke the feeling a gentle breeze on a balmy spring afternoon with a sense of calm and soft movement - the branches gently sway in the wind with the odd blossom fluttering off a branch.” Sophie Paterson

Known as the tree of peace and eternity, the olive tree’s significance is firmly rooted in Ancient Greek tradition and mythology. The naturalistic Chinese painting style captures the delicate vines winding across the silk and branches bearing olives.

“The softness of the leaves in shades of celadon green take my mind to summers spent in the Mediterranean. Olive Grove is a versatile design that would suit any room in the house.” Sophie Paterson

In Chinese culture, the magnolia tree is a recognised symbol of purity and nobility. This refined, modern chinoiserie design is entirely hand-painted, its well-defined branches balanced by the femininity of the magnolia flowers and butterflies.

“Early mornings spent gazing at the magnolia trees in my own garden inspired the ‘Magnolia Canopy’ design. I wanted to bring the serenity of the outside in - the gently flowing branches and magnolia blossoms creating a feeling of restfulness and calm.” Sophie Paterson

Oak Leaf is the latest design to join the Fromental by Sophie Paterson collection. Branches dance elegantly across a silk canvas, the sense of movement emphasised by hand-embroidered leaves and acorns. We love that the masculine-feminine aesthetic feels fresh for the summer months but cosy in the winter.