James Bolivar Manson (1879–1945): A Florist’s Pursuit of Impressionism James Bolivar Manson, born in Brixton, London, in 1879, was a British artist whose life unfolded amidst the burgeoning artistic landscape of the early 20th century. His lineage traced back to Simón Bolívar, the liberator of Venezuela and Colombia, reflecting a familial connection to revolutionary ideals—a name that would resonate throughout his life’s journey. Growing up in a household steeped in literary tradition, fostered by his father's role as editor for Cassell & Co Ltd., Manson possessed an innate appreciation for…