Fine Art Print : Maxillaria subulata
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Maxillaria subulata
Maxillaria subulata - By Franz Bauer, 1818. Paper, watercolour. Botany Library, Bauer Unit. Unfinished Drawings Monocotyledons 2, Orchidaceae 2, f. 149. Date: 1818
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Media ID 14376488
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
1818 Bauer Biological Drawings Franz Internal Orchidaceae Stigma Unfinished Unit Anther Monocotyledons Pollinated
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the natural world with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this exquisite unfinished watercolor of Maxillaria subulata by Franz Bauer. Dated back to 1818, this rare and intricately detailed botanical artwork showcases the delicate elegance of this orchid species. Perfect for adding a touch of sophistication and character to any space, our museum-quality prints are sourced from trusted archives like Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest standards of authenticity and preservation. Bring the wonders of the botanical world into your home or office with our Fine Art Prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning watercolor illustration, created by the renowned botanical artist Franz Bauer in 1818, depicts Maxillaria subulata, a beautiful orchid species native to Central and South America. The intricate internal structure and anatomy of this epiphytic orchid are brought to life through Bauer's skilled hand, with exquisite detail given to the various parts of the flower. The illustration showcases the elongated, subulate leaves of the plant, which are arranged in a rosette at the base. The central focus, however, is the exquisite flower, with its three sepals and three petals arranged in a symmetrical pattern around the column. The column itself is adorned with pollinia, which are the sticky masses of pollen that are transferred from one flower to another by insects during pollination. The intricacies of the Maxillaria subulata's reproductive structures are also beautifully rendered, with the anther and stigma clearly visible. The anther, which produces pollen, is shown with its two thecae, while the stigma, which receives the pollen, is depicted with its papillae. This unfinished drawing is part of the Bauer Unit's Monocotyledons 2, Orchidaceae 2 series, and is housed in the Botany Library at Mary Evans Prints Online. Despite being incomplete, the artwork remains a testament to Bauer's exceptional talent and his dedication to accurately capturing the natural world. The use of watercolor adds a level of depth and vibrancy to the illustration, making it a true work of art and a valuable addition to any botanical collection.
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