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Giant Water Lily / 1849
Also known as Victoria Regia. An example is displayed at Chatsworth where a young lady stands on a leaf to demonstrate its strength. According to popular opinion, the engineer, Joseph Paxton studied the cross ribbed underside of the leaves to come up with his designs for the Crystal Palace
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1849 Amazonica Chatsworth Demonstrate Displayed Giant Lily Pads Paxton Pla Nts Regia Stands Strength
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning "Giant Water Lily / 1849" canvas print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite image captures the beauty and wonder of the Victoria Regia, also known as the Giant Water Lily. In this photograph, taken in 1849, the magnificent water lily's enormous leaf cradles a young lady, showcasing its remarkable strength and size. Add a touch of natural elegance and historical charm to your home or office with this captivating canvas print. With vibrant colors and high-quality printing, each print is a work of art in its own right. Order yours today and bring the enchanting world of the Giant Water Lily into your living space.
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 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This image showcases the awe-inspiring Giant Water Lily, Victoria Amazonica, also known as the Royal Water Lily, which was first discovered in the Amazon River basin in 1849. The photograph, taken in the late 19th century, depicts a young lady gracefully standing atop one of the enormous leaves, demonstrating its remarkable strength and size. The location of this photograph is believed to be Chatsworth House in Derbyshire, England, where the Giant Water Lily was famously exhibited. Historical accounts suggest that the engineer Joseph Paxton, who designed the Crystal Palace for the Great Exhibition of 1851, was inspired by the intricate cross-ribbed underside of the Giant Water Lily's leaves. Paxton's innovative designs for the Crystal Palace are said to have been influenced by the natural engineering marvel of the water lily's leaves, which can support weights up to 45 kilograms (100 pounds). The Giant Water Lily is the largest aquatic plant in the world, with leaves that can reach up to 3 meters (10 feet) in diameter. The plant's large, circular pads provide a unique habitat for various species of insects and amphibians, making it an essential component of the Amazonian ecosystem. This photograph is a testament to the beauty and strength of nature, as well as the enduring fascination that the Giant Water Lily has held for generations. The young lady's daring pose on the leaf adds an element of wonder and excitement to the image, making it a captivating addition to any collection of historical botanical photographs.
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