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Poster Print : Ophrys guepe or Ophrys tenthrede - Saw-fly orchid, Ophrys tenthredinifera. Handcoloured botanical engraving from John Sims Curtis's Botanical Magazine, Couchman, London, 1817
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Ophrys guepe or Ophrys tenthrede - Saw-fly orchid, Ophrys tenthredinifera. Handcoloured botanical engraving from John Sims Curtis's Botanical Magazine, Couchman, London, 1817
FLO4579501 Ophrys guepe or Ophrys tenthrede - Saw-fly orchid, Ophrys tenthredinifera. Handcoloured botanical engraving from John Sims Curtis's Botanical Magazine, Couchman, London, 1817.; (add.info.: Ophrys guepe or Ophrys tenthrede - Saw-fly orchid, Ophrys tenthredinifera. Handcoloured botanical engraving from John Sims Curtis's Botanical Magazine, Couchman, London, 1817.); © Florilegius
Media ID 38441482
© © Florilegius / Bridgeman Images
Botanical Engraving Botanical Magazine Couchman John Sims Orchid Orchidee William Curtis Grande Bretagne
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Add a touch of elegance to your space with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring stunning botanical illustrations like this exquisite 'Saw-Fly Orchid' by Bridgeman Images. Hand-colored and engraved in 1817 for John Sims Curtis's Botanical Magazine, this beautiful print is now available as part of our collection. Perfect for nature lovers and art enthusiasts alike, these poster prints are a unique way to bring the beauty of the natural world into your home or office.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.7cm x 30.3cm (7.4" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite hand-colored botanical engraving captures the delicate beauty of Ophrys guepe or Ophrys tenthrede, also known as the Saw-fly orchid. The intricate details of this stunning flower are brought to life in vibrant hues, showcasing the artistry and precision of 19th-century botanical illustrations.
Originally featured in John Sims' Curtis's Botanical Magazine in 1817, this print is a testament to the dedication and skill of early natural history illustrators. The Saw-fly orchid, with its unique shape and markings resembling a sawfly insect, is a fascinating subject that has captivated botanists and enthusiasts alike for centuries.
The lush green leaves and intricate petals of the orchid stand out against a neutral background, drawing attention to every minute detail captured by the artist. This print serves as both a scientific record and a work of art, highlighting the intersection between botany and visual representation.
As you gaze upon this enchanting image, you can't help but marvel at nature's diversity and complexity. The Saw-fly orchid is just one example of the countless wonders waiting to be discovered in our natural world. Let this print serve as a reminder of the beauty that surrounds us every day.
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