Fine Art Print : Malvaceae - Mallow
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Malvaceae - Mallow
Malvaceae: the mallow tribe. Source: Illustrations of the natural orders of plants with groups and descriptions by Twining, Elizabeth, 1805-1889. Published by Sampson Low, Son, and Marston Date: 1868
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Media ID 14140959
© Kings College London / Mary Evans
Classification Identification Mallow Malvaceae
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of nature with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the stunning Malvaceae - Mallow illustration by Elizabeth Twining from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intricately detailed botanical masterpiece, originally published in 1868, showcases the delicate elegance of the Malvaceae family, also known as the mallow tribe. Add a touch of timeless sophistication to your home or office space with this beautiful piece of art, expertly reproduced to preserve the original's intricacy and vibrancy. Perfect for botanical enthusiasts, art collectors, or anyone seeking to bring the wonders of nature into their daily lives.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 stunning botanical illustration showcases the beauty and intricacy of the Malvaceae, or Mallow tribe, as depicted in Elizabeth Twining's "Illustrations of the Natural Orders of Plants with Groups and Descriptions," published in 1868. The Malvaceae is a large and diverse family of flowering plants, with over 3,000 known species distributed worldwide. These plants are characterized by their large, often velvety, leaves and showy, sometimes fragrant, flowers. The illustration features several examples of Malvaceae, including the Common Mallow (Malva sylvestris), with its pink, five-petaled flowers and fuzzy, heart-shaped leaves, and the Hibiscus syriacus, with its large, red, trumpet-shaped blooms and serrated, green leaves. The rich colors and detailed textures of the flowers and leaves are expertly rendered, providing a glimpse into the natural beauty of these plants. The Malvaceae family has a long and fascinating history. Some of its members, such as the cotton plant (Gossypium hirsutum), are economically important sources of natural fibers, while others, like the okra plant (Abelmoschus esculentus), are valued for their edible seeds and pods. The family also includes several medicinal plants, such as the Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis), which has been used for centuries to soothe sore throats and digestive issues. Botanical illustrations like this one were an essential tool for plant classification and identification during the 19th century. They allowed scientists and collectors to accurately document and study the various plant species, contributing to the advancement of botanical knowledge and the development of modern taxonomy.
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