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Mosss cattleya or easter orchid, Cattleya
Mosss cattleya or easter orchid, Cattleya mossiae. Chromolithograph by Hatch Company after a botanical illustration by Harriet Stewart Miner from Orchids, the Royal Family of Plants, Lee Shepard, Boston, 1885. The first American color plate book on orchids by woman botanist Miner. Mosss cattleya or easter orchid, Cattleya mossiae. Chromolithograph by Hatch Company after a botanical illustration by Harriet Stewart Miner from Orchids, the Royal Family of Plants, Lee & Shepard, Boston, 1885. The first American color plate book on orchids by woman botanist Miner
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1885 Boston Cattleya Easter Harriet Hatch Miner Orchid Orchids Shepard Stewart
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts the exquisite Mosss Cattleya, or Easter Orchid, Cattleya mossiae. The intricately detailed illustration was created by Harriet Stewart Miner for the groundbreaking 1885 publication "Orchids, the Royal Family of Plants," published by Lee and Shepard in Boston. Miner, an accomplished woman botanist, produced the first American color plate book on orchids, showcasing their beauty and diversity. The Mosss Cattleya, also known as the Easter Orchid due to its blooming season around Easter, is a native of Central and South America. Its vibrant, bi-colored labellum and elegant, ruffled petals make it a beloved species among orchid enthusiasts. The chromolithograph, produced by the Hatch Company, captures the orchid's delicate beauty with remarkable accuracy, allowing us to appreciate its intricacies in vivid color. This image not only serves as a testament to Miner's artistic talent but also to her dedication to documenting the natural world. The publication of "Orchids, the Royal Family of Plants" marked a significant milestone in botanical illustration and helped to fuel the growing fascination with these enchanting plants. Today, this Mosss Cattleya chromolithograph remains a cherished piece of botanical history and a reminder of the enduring allure of orchids.
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