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Helleborine orchid, Cephalanthera longifolia
L Elleborine de la Chine. Helleborine orchid, Cephalanthera longifolia. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Collection precieuse et enluminee des fleurs les plus belles et les plus curieuses, qui se cultivent tant dans les jardins de la chine, que dans ceux de l Europe, Paris, 1776
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Belles Buchoz Cephalanthera Chine Cultivent Curieuses Dans Enluminee Etching Fleurs Helleborine Longifolia Orchid Pierre Precieuse Tant
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Brighten someone's day with our exquisite Helleborine Orchid greeting card from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning design features a hand-colored etching of Cephalanthera longifolia, also known as the Chinese Helleborine, taken from the precious and illuminated collection of Pierre Joseph Buchoz. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this rare orchid are sure to captivate and delight, making it a truly unique and thoughtful gift for any occasion. Order now and let the beauty of nature speak for itself.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
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This exquisite hand-colored etching showcases the enchanting beauty of the Helleborine Orchid, Cephalanthera longifolia, also known as the Chinese Helleborine. The intricate detail of the artwork, taken from Pierre Joseph Buchoz's Precieuse et enluminee des fleurs les plus belles et les plus curieuses, which was published in Paris in 1776, captures the delicate elegance of this rare orchid. The Helleborine Orchid is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Europe, Asia, and the Mediterranean. It is characterized by its unique, elongated, and slender roots, which are covered in small, white hairs. The plant produces small, nodding, and fragrant flowers that bloom in clusters, ranging in color from white to pinkish-purple. The flowers have a distinctive lip, which is often marked with darker spots. The Helleborine Orchid was highly prized in both European and Chinese gardens during the 18th century due to its rarity and exotic allure. This etching is a testament to the fascination that these beautiful and curious flowers held for collectors and botanists of the time. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of the artwork bring the delicate beauty of the Helleborine Orchid to life, allowing us to appreciate its enchanting allure over two centuries later. This etching is a rare and valuable piece of botanical art, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the time. It is a reminder of the rich history of botanical exploration and the enduring beauty of the natural world.
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