Fine Art Print : Sobralia leucoxantha, white orchid native to Costa Rica
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Sobralia leucoxantha, white orchid native to Costa Rica
Sobralia leucoxantha, white orchid native to Costa Rica.. Hand-coloured botanical illustration drawn by Matilda Smith and lithographed by J.N. Fitch from Joseph Dalton Hookers Curtiss Botanical Magazine, 1889, L. Reeve & Co
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Media ID 14207274
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1889 Costa Curtis Matilda Orchid Rica Smith
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Breathtakingly beautiful, this fine art print showcases the exquisite Sobralia leucoxantha, a native white orchid of Costa Rica. Meticulously hand-coloured from an original botanical illustration by Matilda Smith, this work of art was lithographed by J.N. The intricate details and vibrant colours bring the essence of this rare and stunning orchid to life. Add a touch of tropical elegance to your home or office with this beautiful piece from our Media Storehouse range of fine art prints, sourced from the esteemed archives of Mary Evans Prints Online.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 40.6cm x 48.5cm (16" x 19.1")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
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This exquisite hand-coloured botanical illustration depicts the stunning Sobralia leucoxantha, a native orchid of Costa Rica. Drawn by the skilled hand of Matilda Smith and lithographed by J.N. Fitch, this illustration was published in the prestigious Curtis Botanical Magazine in 1889 by L. Reeve & Co. The Sobralia leucoxantha, also known as the White Sobralia, is a beautiful epiphyte orchid that grows in the tropical rainforests of Central America. Its large, white, waxy flowers with a yellowish tint and a distinctive fragrance bloom in clusters, adding a touch of elegance and allure to the lush greenery of its natural habitat. Botanical illustrations like this one played a crucial role in the scientific discovery and documentation of new plant species during the late 19th century. The meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in these illustrations allowed scientists and collectors to identify and classify new discoveries, expanding the world's knowledge of the natural world. Matilda Smith was a renowned botanical artist of her time, known for her intricate and detailed illustrations of various plant species. Her collaboration with J.N. Fitch, a skilled lithographer, resulted in stunning and accurate botanical reproductions that graced the pages of the Curtis Botanical Magazine and other esteemed publications. This particular illustration of the Sobralia leucoxantha is a testament to the beauty and importance of the natural world, as well as the dedication and skill of the artists and scientists who worked to document and preserve it for future generations.
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