Exoticism Collection (page 9)

Sunlight ripples across a shallow sand flat in Indonesia. This tropical region is known for its beautiful coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

A diver hovers above a sandy slope off the island of Guadalcanal in the Solomon Islands

Girl in a White Kimono, 1894 (oil on canvas)
XOS2909716 Girl in a White Kimono, 1894 (oil on canvas) by Breitner, Georg-Hendrik (1857-1923); Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Portrait of 16 year-old Geesje Kwak); Dutch

Greenland Falcon Gyr Falcon Signed and dated, lower center: Geo Stubbs pinxit
Greenland Falcon Gyr Falcon Signed and dated, lower center: " Geo Stubbs pinxit 1780", George Stubbs, 1724-1806, British

Heliconian butterfly -Eueides isabellae-, captive, Germany, Europe

Spices, display in a store in the Spice Bazaar, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Color Bubbles
Green Bubbles

The Bayon Temple
The Bayon temple in Cambodia is known for its enigmatic smiling faces. In this photograph

Saadian Tombs in Marrakech
The Saadian tombs in Marrakech date back to the times of Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur (1578-1603). The tombs were discovered in 1917 and restored for services of Fine Arts

Saadian Tombs in Marrakech
The Saadian tombs in Marrakech date back to the times of Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur (1578-1603). The tombs were discovered in 1917 and restored for services of Fine Arts

An alley in the souks of Marrakech. The souk of Marrakech is a maze of narrow streets lined with stalls and stalls where Moroccans they shop

Early morning hot air ballons in Cappadocia
Hot air balloons in Cappadocia goreme region in the early morning. Cappadocia is a historical region in Central Anatolia in Turkey

Saadian Tombs in Marrakech
The Saadian tombs in Marrakech date back to the times of Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur (1578-1603). The tombs were discovered in 1917 and restored for services of Fine Arts

Saadian Tombs in Marrakech
The Saadian tombs in Marrakech date back to the times of Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur (1578-1603). The tombs were discovered in 1917 and restored for services of Fine Arts

An alley in the souks of Marrakech. The souk of Marrakech is a maze of narrow streets lined with stalls and stalls where Moroccans they shop

Street in the souk of blacksmiths in Marrakech. The souk of Marrakech is a maze of narrow streets lined with stalls and stalls where Moroccans they shop

Man carrying baskets
INDIA - CIRCA 1930s: Man carrying enormous pile of baskets, Bombay. (Photo by Charles Phelps Cushing/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Ship in dock
PHILIPPINES - CIRCA 1920s: Ship arriving in dock, Manila, Philippines. (Photo by Charles Phelps Cushing/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Bon voyage
JAPAN - CIRCA 1930s: Two Japanese women wearing kimonos, bidding an American cruise ship liner bon voyage, Yokohama. (Photo by Charles Phelps Cushing/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Stone cross silhouette
MEXICO - CIRCA 1950s: Silhouette of stone cross near Church of Los Remidos, Mexico City. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Great Pyramids
EGYPT - CIRCA 1930s: Scenic view of Great Pyramids at Giza seen from farming field. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Paper flower vendor
CHINA - CIRCA 1920s: Female paper flower vendor carrying two large baskets of artificial flowers, Hong Kong. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Metrosideros Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Metrosideros Plant: Plate 53, from The Book of Practical Botany in Word and Image

Mesembryanthemum Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Mesembryanthemum Plant: Plate 53, from The Book of Practical Botany in Word and Image

Aconitum or Monkshood Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Aconitum or Monkshood Plant: Plate 53

Hibiscus or Rose Mallow Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Hibiscus or Mallow Plant: Plate 53

Dodecatheon or Godas Flower Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Dodecatheon or Godas Flower Plant: Plate 54

Lychnis or Catchfly Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Lychnis or Catchfly Plant: Plate 54

Oenothera or Evening Primrose Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Oenothera or Evening Primrose Plant: Plate 54

Lupinus or Lupine Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Lupinus or Lupine Plant: Plate 54

Phlox or Flame Flower Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Phlox or Flame Flower Plant: Plate 54

Salvia Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Salvia Plant: Plate 54, from The Book of Practical Botany in Word and Image

Centaurea or Knapweed Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Centaurea or Knapweed Plant: Plate 55

Pyrethrum or Chrysanthemum Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Pyrethrum or Chrysanthemum Plant: Plate 54

Penstemon or Beardtongue Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Penstemon or Beardtongue Plant: Plate 54

Oxalis or Wood Sorrel Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Oxalis or Wood Sorrel Plant: Plate 54

Primula Auricula or Mountain Cowslip Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Potentilla or Cinquefoil Plant: Plate 54

Calliopsis or Tickseed Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Calliopsis or Tickseed Plant: Plate 55

Lathyrus or Sweet Pea and Legume Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Lathyrus or Sweet Pea and Legume Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration Plate 56

Martynia or Catas Claw Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Martynia or Catas Claw Plant: Plate 56

Calandrinia or Purslane Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Calandrinia or Purslane Plant: Plate 55

Purslane and Tickseed Plants, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Purslane and Tickseed Plants, Victorian Botanical Illustration Plate 56

Cheiranthus or Wallflower Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Cheiranthus or Wallflower Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration Plate 56

Helichrysum or Straw Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Helichrysum or Straw Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration Plate 56

Cheiranthus or Wallflower Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Cheiranthus or Wallflower Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration Plate 56

Acrostemma and Corncockle Plants, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Acrostemma and Corncockle Plants, Victorian Botanical Illustration Plate 56

Clarkia and Pinkfaries Plants, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Clarkia and Pinkfaries Plants, Victorian Botanical Illustration Plate 56

Exotic Flowers of the Garden, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Red Exotic Flowers of the Garden: Plate 56

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"Exploring the Allure of Exoticism: A Victorian Botanical Journey" Step into a world where beauty knows no bounds, as we embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting realm of exoticism. In this mesmerizing collection, we are transported back to the Victorian era, where botanical illustrations served as windows into distant lands and their extraordinary flora. Our first stop takes us to the delicate petals of Campanula or Bellflower Plant, gracefully captured in a Victorian botanical illustration. Its ethereal charm evokes visions of secret gardens hidden away in far-off corners of the world. Next, we encounter the Aster or Star Plant, its vibrant blossoms bursting forth from another exquisite Victorian illustration. Like celestial bodies adorning our earthly landscapes, these stars remind us that nature's wonders can be found even in our own backyard. As we delve deeper into this tapestry of exoticism, parrots come alive before our eyes through a chromolithograph from 1896. Their vivid plumage and playful demeanor transport us to tropical rainforests teeming with life and color. The allure continues with Red Exotic Flowers showcased in yet another stunning Victorian botanical illustration. These fiery blooms ignite our senses and evoke dreams of lush paradises brimming with untamed beauty. Intriguingly named Chelone or Turtlehead Plant beckons us further along this voyage. Its peculiar shape captivates our imagination as we envision mythical creatures lurking amidst dense foliage – an invitation to explore worlds beyond what meets the eye. Butterflies flutter by delicately on fragile wings – ephemeral symbols of transformation and freedom. Their graceful dance reminds us that true beauty lies not only in stillness but also in embracing change and embracing new experiences. Pulmonaria or Lungwort Plant emerges next from an intricate Victorian botanical illustration – its dainty flowers resembling tiny lungs breathing life into fantastical realms waiting to be discovered.