Metal Print : Colleys batemannia orchid, Batemannia colleyi
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Colleys batemannia orchid, Batemannia colleyi
Colleys batemannia orchid, Batemannia colleyi.. Handcolored copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from Sydenham Edwards The Botanical Register, London, Ridgway, 1834
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Media ID 14207457
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Botanicalillustration Demerara Guyana Orchid Sydenhamedwards Thebotanicalregister
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the enchanting beauty of the Colleys batemannia orchid, Batemannia colleyi, into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This exquisite botanical masterpiece, handcolored from a rare 1834 copperplate engraving by Sydenham Edwards, is now available in a stunning metal print format. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality metal sheets, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail that will captivate you for years to come. Elevate your decor with this unique and intriguing piece of botanical art, a true conversation starter and a testament to the wonders of nature.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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 exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of the Colleys Batemannia Orchid, Batemannia colleyi, a rare and exotic bloom native to the rainforests of Demerara and Guyana. The intricate detail of the orchid's petals and sepals is masterfully captured in this botanical illustration, which was originally published in Sydenham Edwards' esteemed publication, The Botanical Register, in London, in 1834. The Colleys Batemannia Orchid is named in honor of Sir Charles Colley, a British colonial administrator who served in Demerara during the early 19th century. The orchid's unique appearance, with its large, waxy, and bright green leaves, and its vibrant, fragrant, and bi-colored flowers, has long captivated botanists and collectors alike. The botanical illustration, produced using the copperplate engraving technique, is a testament to the meticulous and painstaking process involved in documenting and preserving the natural world during the Victorian era. The intricate lines and delicate shading, combined with the vibrant and rich colors, bring the orchid to life and transport us to the lush and verdant rainforests of South America. The Colleys Batemannia Orchid remains a symbol of the rich botanical heritage of the Caribbean and a reminder of the important role that botanical illustrations played in documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations. This beautiful and historic print is a must-have for any botanical collection or garden room, and a reminder of the beauty and wonder that can be found in the natural world.
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