Canvas Print : Summer Ladies Tresses (Spiranthes aestivalis); Cherbourg Peninsula, N. France. Recently extinct in UK. With Cross-leaved Heath (Erica tetralix)
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Summer Ladies Tresses (Spiranthes aestivalis); Cherbourg Peninsula, N. France. Recently extinct in UK. With Cross-leaved Heath (Erica tetralix)
ROG-13139
Summer Ladies Tresses - recently extinct in UK. With Cross-leaved Heath (Erica tetralix).
Cherbourg Peninsula, N. France
Spiranthes aestivalis
Bob Gibbons
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Extinct Flowering Plant Heath Heaths Mycorrhizal Orchid Protected Rarity Cross Leaved Erica Tetralix Ladies Tresses
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Breathtakingly capturing the essence of a bygone era, our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints present the enchanting scene of Summer Ladies Tresses (Spiranthes aestivalis) in full bloom against the backdrop of Cross-leaved Heath (Erica tetralix) on the picturesque Cherbourg Peninsula, N. France. A rare and evocative find, this recently extinct flower in the UK is brought to life through the vivid colors and textures of our premium canvas prints. Preserve the beauty of nature in your home with this stunning, limited-edition artwork by renowned wildlife photographer Bob Gibbons from Ardea Wildlife. Each print is meticulously crafted to bring out the finest details and hues, ensuring a timeless addition to your decor.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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.
Capturing the Beauty of Rarity - Summer Ladies Tresses and Cross-leaved Heath
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this enchanting print by Bob Gibbons, we are transported to the Cherbourg Peninsula in N. France, where two exquisite floral wonders unite - the recently extinct Summer Ladies Tresses and the delicate Cross-leaved Heath. Once flourishing in the UK but now lost to us, these captivating orchids remind us of nature's fragility and our responsibility to protect it. Their mycorrhizal nature adds a touch of mystique as they form a symbiotic relationship with fungi beneath the soil. The rarity of these flowers makes them all the more precious. Protected in other parts of Europe, their white and pink petals dance gracefully against a backdrop of lush green heaths dominated by Erica tetralix, commonly known as Cross-leaved Heath. As we gaze upon this stunning image, we cannot help but feel awe for these vanishing beauties. It serves as a poignant reminder that every plant has its place in our ecosystem, contributing to its intricate balance. Bob Gibbons' skillful capture allows us to appreciate not only their aesthetic allure but also their ecological significance. Let this photograph inspire us to cherish and conserve our natural world so that future generations may still witness such breathtaking spectacles firsthand.
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