Étude au fusain de souci contrastant fleur fraîche et décomposition

Museum-grade Indian marigold study rendered in Albrecht Dürer–inspired charcoal engraving style, dense cross-hatching and slight line irregularities on aged parchment paper. A fresh upright marigold bloom stands beside faint wilted marigold remains, petals slightly collapsed and faded. Clear contrast between vitality and decay, suggesting the cycle of ritual renewal. Neutral documentary lighting, temple saffron orange pigment applied only to the fresh bloom, older remains faint and subdued. Composition horizontal and calm, botanical archival study.