Home > Europe > Belgium > Brussels
Cypripedium Auriferum L Lind hybrid orchid
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Cypripedium Auriferum L Lind hybrid orchid
Cypripedium Auriferum L. Lind. hybrid orchid.. Illustration drawn by C. de Bruyne and chromolithographed by P. de Pannemaeker from Lucien Lindens Lindenia, Iconography of Orchids, Brussels, 1902
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14215670
© Florilegius / Mary Evans
Brussels Bruyne Cypripedium Exotic Hothouse Hybrid Iconography Linden Lindenia Lucien Orchid Orchids Tropical
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning botanical illustration depicts a Cypripedium Auriferum L. Lind hybrid orchid, a rare and exotic beauty that once graced the hothouses of Europe during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The illustration was drawn by the skilled hand of Charles de Bruyne and chromolithographed by Paul de Pannemaeker for Lucien Linden's seminal work, "Lindenia, Iconography of Orchids," published in Brussels, Belgium, in 1902. The Cypripedium Auriferum, also known as the Golden Valerian orchid, is a native species found in North America, specifically in the eastern United States and parts of Canada. However, this particular specimen is a hybrid, the result of careful crossbreeding between different orchid varieties. The Lind hybrid showcases the unique beauty of the Auriferum, with its vibrant golden-yellow labellum and intricately patterned sepals and petals. The intricate details of the orchid's anatomy are rendered with remarkable accuracy and precision in this illustration. The delicate veins on the petals and sepals, the subtle variations in color, and the intricate texture of the labellum are all captured with exquisite detail. The background, with its simple yet elegant design, serves to highlight the orchid's beauty and draws the viewer's eye to the intricacies of its form. This illustration offers a glimpse into the rich history of orchid cultivation and botanical illustration during the late Victorian era. The orchid craze that swept Europe during this time led to the development of elaborate hothouses and the importation of exotic species from around the world. The publication of works like "Lindenia, Iconography of Orchids" helped to document and preserve the beauty and diversity of these rare and exotic plants for future generations. Today, the Cypripedium Auriferum and its hybrids continue to captivate orchid enthusiasts and botanical artists alike, and this illustration remains a testament to the enduring allure of these enchanting flowers.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
