Camellia Collection (#4)

Two crabs by a spray of camellia, Japan, late 1820s-early 1830s

Shallow Dish with Long-Tailed Birds in a Garden of Stylized... Yuan dynasty, early/mid-14th cent. Creator: Unknown
Shallow Dish with Long-Tailed Birds in a Garden of Stylized Peonies and Fronds, Encircled by a Scrolling Wreath of Camellia and Lotus Blossoms, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), early/mid-14th century

Small Saucer with Red, Blue, Green, Yellow Scroll of... Qing dynasty
Small Saucer with Red, Blue, Green, Yellow Scroll of Camellias, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Yongzheng reign mark and period (1723-1735)

Canary and camellias, 1840s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Canary and camellias, 1840s

Sparrows and camellia in snow, 1840s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Sparrows and camellia in snow, 1840s

Camellia flowers and bullfinch, c. 1843/47. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Camellia flowers and bullfinch, c. 1843/47

Birds on camellia branch, 1830s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Birds on camellia branch, 1830s

Bullfinch on camellia branch, early 1830s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Bullfinch on camellia branch, early 1830s

Camellia and basket, section of an untitled harimaze sheet, c. 1850s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Camellia and basket, section of an untitled harimaze sheet, c. 1850s

Sparrows and Camellia in Snow, c. 1831/33. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Sparrows and Camellia in Snow, c. 1831/33

Sparrows and Camellia in Snow, c. 1837/48. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Sparrows and Camellia in Snow, c. 1837/48

Black-naped oriole on camellia branch, n. d. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Black-naped oriole on camellia branch, n.d

Camellias with a Bird, 1789. Creator: Kitao Masayoshi
Camellias with a Bird, 1789

Camellia Flowers, a Netsuke and a Seal, 19th century. Creator: Kubo Shunman
Camellia Flowers, a Netsuke and a Seal, 19th century

Blossoming Plum and Camellia in a Garden Landscape, Edo period, late 16th-early 17th century

Red Camellia blooming. Camellia common to China and Japan

Pink Camellia Reticulata blooming. Common to China and Japan

Dreamy Camellia

The Lady of the Camelias - Alexandre Dumas Jr. Illustration by Albert Lynch (1851-1912)
GIA4817347 The Lady of the Camelias - Alexandre Dumas Jr. Illustration by Albert Lynch (1851-1912). Coll. privee. by Lynch

Botanical board: Camelia. 19th century engraving
GIA4752709 Botanical board: Camelia. 19th century engraving by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Botanical board: Camelia)

Camellia japonica variety, Camellia variegata plena
6336972 Camellia japonica variety, Camellia variegata plena by Jung, Jakob (1819-44) (after); (add.info.: Camellia japonica variety, Camellia variegata plena)

Camelia from Japan - Mr. Reeves crimson camellia, Camellia japonica var. Reevesiana
FLO4586536 Camelia from Japan - Mr. Reeves crimson camellia, Camellia japonica var. Reevesiana. With English characters for the number 42. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by S

Acclimation Garden - la serre des camelias - Camellia greenhouse in a botanical garden
XEE4159280 Acclimation Garden - la serre des camelias - Camellia greenhouse in a botanical garden. Illustration for Le petit Journal, 21 March 1897

Still Life, 1840 (oil)
CH34782 Still Life, 1840 (oil) by Os, Jan van (1744-1808); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright

Sparrow and Camellia (colour woodblock print)
5043597 Sparrow and Camellia (colour woodblock print) by Eisen, Keisai (Ikeda Yoshinobu) (1790-1848); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Small vertical print depicting bird and flowers)

Royal Thames Yacht Club, the Yachts rounding near Chapman Head (engraving)
1097584 Royal Thames Yacht Club, the Yachts rounding near Chapman Head (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Thames Yacht Club)

Map of Asia, early 19th century. Showing Asia Minor, Arabia, Persia, Siberia, Tartary, Thibet, Hindoostan, Further India, China, Formosa, Japan. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rev

Camellia, Camellia japonica. Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse, Frederick Warne, London, 1896

Guide to the vocabulary of Japanese flower arranging, ikebana. Handcoloured woodblock engraving hanga from a book of the Shinshintei school of Ikebana, 1835

Japanese flower arrangement with camellia, tsubaki. Handcoloured woodblock engraving hanga from a book of the Shinshintei school of Ikebana, 1835

Japanese flower arrangement with plum in a vase on a beam. Handcoloured woodblock engraving hanga from a book of the Shinshintei school of Ikebana, 1835

Chinese tea farmers using monkeys to gather tea leaves, Camellia sinensis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rudolph Ackermanns Repository of Arts, London, 1821

Follaton House, seat of Stanley Carey, Totnes Devon. Built by the architect George Stanley Repton in 1826. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rudolph Ackermanns Repository of Arts, London, 1827

Touch-me-not balsam, Impatiens noli-tangere. Balsamina noli-tangere, Balsamina impaziente, Erba impaziente. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario

Camellia bonardii
Camellia japonica variety, Camellia bonardii or Camellia bonnardii. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Johann Jakob Jung from Lorenzo Berleses

Camellia sweetiana
Sweets painted-flowered camellia, Camellia japonica variety, Camellia sweetiana. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Johann Jakob Jung from Lorenzo

Camellia squamosa
Camellia japonica variety, Camellia squamosa or Camellia squammosa. Produced by Dr. Sacco of Milan in 1838. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by

Camellia delicatissima
Camellia japonica variety, Camellia delicatissima. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Johann Jakob Jung from Lorenzo Berleses Iconographie du Genre

Camellia punctata plena
Camellia japonica variety, Camellia punctata plena. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Johann Jakob Jung from Lorenzo Berleses Iconographie du Genre

Camellia myrthyfolia
Camellia japonica variety, Camellia myrthyfolia. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Johann Jakob Jung from Lorenzo Berleses Iconographie du Genre

Camellia variegata plena
Camellia japonica variety, Camellia variegata plena. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Johann Jakob Jung from Lorenzo Berleses Iconographie du

Camellia monfortiana
Camellia japonica variety, Camellia monfortiana. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Johann Jakob Jung from Lorenzo Berleses Iconographie du Genre

David Garrick and Mary Ann Yates in the characters
Mr. David Garrick and Mrs. Mary Ann Yates in the characters of Lusignan and Zara in Aaron Hills Zara, Drury Lane Theatre, 1758. Copperplate engraving by W

Sweets painted-flowered camellia, Camellia japonica variety, Camellia sweetiana
6336976 Sweets painted-flowered camellia, Camellia japonica variety, Camellia sweetiana by Jung, Jakob (1819-44) (after); (add.info.: Sweets painted-flowered camellia, Camellia japonica variety)

Camellia japonica variety, Camellia delicatissima
6336973 Camellia japonica variety, Camellia delicatissima by Jung, Jakob (1819-44) (after); (add.info.: Camellia japonica variety, Camellia delicatissima)

Camellia japonica Botanical Plate by Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840) 19th century Paris
JLJ4579696 Camellia japonica Botanical Plate by Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840) 19th century Paris, Museum of Natural History by Redoute

Botanical board: Camelia from Japan. 19th century engraving
GIA4752707 Botanical board: Camelia from Japan. 19th century engraving by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Botanical board: Camelia from Japan)

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Camellia, a delicate and enchanting flower, has captivated artists and nature lovers for centuries. From the exquisite engravings of Pierre-Joseph Redout to the vibrant paintings by Ando Hiroshige, this elegant blossom has been immortalized in various forms of art. The White Camellia (Camellia japonica) stands as a symbol of purity and grace. Its pristine petals, depicted in Redout's painting-turned-engraving, exude an ethereal beauty that is truly captivating. This Plate 18 artwork showcases the intricate details of this timeless flower. Another notable mention is the Camellia Sinensis, commonly known as Tea. This versatile plant not only produces one of the world's most beloved beverages but also possesses medicinal properties that have been cherished for centuries. The combination of white flowers and green tea leaves creates a visually stunning image that represents both elegance and health benefits. In Stewartia malecodendron, we find another connection between nature and artistry. The juxtaposition of Titmouse with Camellias on one side and Sparrow with Wild Roses at its center creates a harmonious composition captured by Ando Hiroshige in his work from ca. 1833. Even beyond visual arts, camellias have made their mark on popular culture throughout history. The Tatler front cover from 1958 features this enchanting flower as a focal point, showcasing its enduring appeal across generations. Let us not forget Madame P de Pannemaeker - Pink camellia (Thea japonica). With its vibrant hue contrasting against lush green foliage, it adds a touch of romance to any garden or bouquet arrangement. Whether it be through engravings or paintings like those by Pierre-Joseph Redout or depictions in traditional Japanese prints by Ando Hiroshige.