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Many-tailed pinalia orchid, Pinalia polyura
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Many-tailed pinalia orchid, Pinalia polyura
Many-tailed pinalia orchid, Pinalia polyura (Many-tailed eria, Eria polyura). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley, London, Ridgeway, 1842
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Barclay Drake Edwards Lindley Orchid Painter Register Sarah Sydenham Miss
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the Many-tailed Pinalia Orchid, scientifically known as Pinalia polyura, also referred to as the Many-tailed Eria or Eria polyura. The image is based on an original illustration by the talented Miss Sarah Drake, as published in the Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley, in London in 1842. The Many-tailed Pinalia Orchid is a captivating and intricately beautiful flower, native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. This orchid is renowned for its unique and striking appearance, characterized by its long, slender, and gracefully curved sepals and petals, which resemble the tails of a many-tailed fox or monkey. The sepals and petals are adorned with delicate, intricate patterns and subtle color variations, adding to the flower's allure. The illustration was produced using the copperplate engraving technique, a popular method for producing detailed and accurate botanical illustrations during the 19th century. The process involved creating a design on a copper plate, which was then etched with acid to create the lines and details. The plate was then inked and pressed onto paper to create a high-quality, hand-colored print. Miss Sarah Drake was a skilled botanical artist and illustrator, whose work was highly regarded during her time. She contributed numerous illustrations to the Edwards Botanical Register, showcasing her exceptional talent and attention to detail. John Lindley, the editor of the Botanical Register, was a prominent botanist and horticulturist, who played a significant role in the documentation and dissemination of botanical knowledge during the Victorian era. This stunning orchid print is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world and the skill and artistry of the botanical illustrators and engravers of the 19th century.
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