Poster 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
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the stunning Colleys batemannia orchid, Batemannia colleyi. This exquisite botanical masterpiece is taken from an original handcolored copperplate engraving, published in Sydenham Edwards' The Botanical Register, London, 1834. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating image showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors of this rare orchid, making it a perfect addition to any botanical enthusiast's collection or as a unique decorative piece. Bring the beauty of nature into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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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