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Pansy orchid, Miltoniopsis roezlii
Pansy orchid, Miltoniopsis roezlii (Odontoglossum roezlii album). 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. Pansy orchid, Miltoniopsis roezlii (Odontoglossum roezlii album). 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 Harriet Hatch Miner Odontoglossum Orchid Orchids Pansy Shepard Stewart
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1. Title: "A Vision of Elegance: Harriet Stewart Miner's Chromolithograph of Miltoniopsis Roezlii (Pansy Orchid)" This exquisite chromolithograph showcases the enchanting beauty of Miltoniopsis Roezlii, commonly known as the Pansy Orchid. Captured in intricate detail by the skilled hand of Harriet Stewart Miner and brought to life through the chromolithographic process by the Hatch Company, this botanical masterpiece graced the pages of "Orchids, the Royal Family of Plants," published by Lee & Shepard in Boston in 1885. Harriet Stewart Miner (1845-1918) was a pioneering American botanical illustrator, becoming the first woman to publish a color plate book on orchids. Her dedication to accurately depicting the natural world was evident in her meticulous work, which captured the essence of the Pansy Orchid with breathtaking precision. The Miltoniopsis Roezlii, also known as Odontoglossum Roezlii album, is a captivating orchid species, characterized by its vibrant, pansy-shaped flowers and elegant, arching inflorescences. The chromolithograph process, a popular method for producing color prints during the late 19th century, allowed for the rich, vibrant colors and intricate details seen in this stunning image. The Hatch Company, a renowned publisher of botanical illustrations, expertly executed the process, ensuring that Miner's work was faithfully reproduced in all its splendor. This image of the Pansy Orchid not only serves as a testament to Miner's artistic talent and dedication to botanical illustration but also stands as a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the natural world.
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