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Odontoglossum hybrid orchid with white flowers
Odontoglossum hybrid orchid with white flowers with pale purple spots, Odontoglossum denisonae.. Handcolored botanical drawn and lithographed by W.G. Smith from H.H. Dombrains Floral Magazine 1872. Worthington G. Smith (1835-1917), architect, engraver and mycologist. Smith also illustrated The Gardeners Chronicle. Henry Honywood Dombrain (1818-1905), clergyman gardener, was editor of the Floral Magazine from 1862 to 1873
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1872 Dombrain Honywood Hybrid Odontoglossum Orchid Worthington Smith
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This exquisite handcolored lithograph showcases the enchanting beauty of an Odontoglossum hybrid orchid, featuring stunning white flowers adorned with pale purple spots. The intricate detail and vibrant colors bring to life the delicate petals and labella, which are characteristic of this orchid species. The illustration was drawn and lithographed by the skilled hand of Worthington G. Smith (1835-1917), an architect, engraver, and mycologist. Smith's exceptional artistic abilities were showcased in various publications, including The Gardeners Chronicle and Henry Honywood Dombrain's Floral Magazine. Henry Honywood Dombrain (1818-1905), a clergyman and gardener, served as the editor of the Floral Magazine from 1862 to 1873. Under his guidance, the publication became a leading source for botanical illustrations and horticultural information. This particular lithograph was produced in 1872, during the height of the Victorian era's fascination with orchids. The meticulous attention to detail and the use of handcoloring techniques reflect the high standards of botanical illustration during this period. The Odontoglossum hybrid depicted in this print is believed to be Odontoglossum denisonae, a species that was first described in 1845. Its distinctive white flowers with pale purple spots have made it a popular choice among orchid enthusiasts for over a century. This historical botanical print not only showcases the timeless allure of the Odontoglossum hybrid orchid but also offers a glimpse into the rich history of botanical illustration and the passion for horticulture that defined the Victorian era.
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