Framed Print : Specklinia grobyi orchid
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Specklinia grobyi orchid
Specklinia grobyi orchid.. Handcolored copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from Sydenham Edwards The Botanical Register, London, Ridgway, 1835
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Botanicalillustration Guyana Orchid Sydenhamedwards Thebotanicalregister
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Bring the enchanting beauty of the natural world into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece showcases the Specklinia grobyi orchid, a rare and captivating bloom that once graced the pages of The Botanical Register, published in London in 1835. Our Framed Prints are meticulously crafted, featuring handcolored copperplate engravings sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online. Each print is carefully framed in a sleek, contemporary design, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Experience the timeless allure of botanical illustrations with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 44.6cm x 62cm (17.6" x 24.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Specklinia grobyi, also known as Pleurothallis grobyi or the Demerara orchid, is a stunning and rare orchid species native to the rainforests of Guyana in South America. This beautiful handcolored copperplate engraving is an exquisite example of the meticulous detail and artistry that characterized botanical illustrations of the 19th century. The image is taken from Sydenham Edwards' The Botanical Register, published in London by Ridgway in 1835. Edwards was a renowned botanical artist and publisher, known for his high-quality botanical illustrations that captured the intricacies of plants in great detail. This particular engraving showcases the Specklinia grobyi in all its glory, with its delicate petals and sepals arranged in a graceful spiral, and its labellum displaying intricate veining and a distinctive callus at the base. The Specklinia grobyi is a member of the Pleurothallidinae subfamily of orchids, which are characterized by their small size and unique reproductive structures. These orchids are epiphytes, meaning they grow on other plants rather than in soil, and require a warm and humid environment to thrive. The discovery of new and exotic plant species was a major focus of botanical exploration during the 19th century, and the publication of detailed botanical illustrations like this one was essential for documenting and cataloging these discoveries. Today, the Specklinia grobyi remains a prized find for botanical collectors and orchid enthusiasts, and this beautiful handcolored copperplate engraving serves as a testament to the rich history of botanical discovery and the enduring beauty of the natural world.
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