Carnations, pink and white Roses, Parrot Tulips, Lilacs, Harebells, Narcissi, Honeysuckle, Auricula and other Flowers in an Urn on a stone Ledge, with a Monkey and a Parrot

Simon Hardimé was the elder brother of the flower painter Pieter Hardimé and a pupil of Nicolas Crepu. He was employed by King William III at his Castle in Breda. He arrived in London in 1720 and worked here with much success until his death in 1737.