Exoticism Collection (page 7)

Zhu Shouchang Edo period 1615-1868 19th century
Artokoloro

Indonesia, Bali. View of vegetation in Bali Botanical Gardens
View of vegetation in Bali Botanical Gardens, Bali, Indonesia. Credit as: Jones-Shimlock / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

360 Little Planet of Komodo National Park, Indonesia
Komodo National Park covers entire region of Komodo Island in Indonesia. Check out its exclusive 360 aerial view from the sky

Orchid flower engraving 1874
The New Practical Gardener, and Modern Horticulturist

Bird of Paradise 1882
Brehms Thierleben (Tierleben). Allgemeine Kunde des Thierreichs. Zweite Abtheilung - VAogel. by A. Brehm, 1882

Weaver birds illustration 1882
Brehms Thierleben (Tierleben). Allgemeine Kunde des Thierreichs. Zweite Abtheilung - VAogel. by A. Brehm, 1882

Bunting birds illustration 1882
Brehms Thierleben (Tierleben). Allgemeine Kunde des Thierreichs. Zweite Abtheilung - VAogel. by A. Brehm, 1882

Marine life
Antique engraving illustration of a Marine life

European tree frog (Hyla arborea)

Banded Archerfish (Toxotes Jaculator)
Illustration engraving of a Banded Archerfish (Toxotes Jaculator)

Golden Fig Marigold (Mesembryanthemum aureum)
Illustration of a Golden Fig Marigold (Mesembryanthemum aureum)

Sea shell (Naticarius canrena)
Illustration of a Sea shell (Naticarius canrena)

Toco Toucan (Ramphastos toco)
Antique illustration of a Toco Toucan (Ramphastos toco)

Mammillaria pectinifera
Illustration of a mammillaria pectinifera

Different kinds of Hummingbirds
Illustration of a different kinds of Hummingbirds

Oil and grease producing plant, illustration engraving on white

Day time at Rocher de l ansi Marcel
A beautiful Cove, Resort, and Marina located on Anse Marcel, Saint Martin Located on the North Shore of Saint Martin / Sint Maarten

Long tail boats on Maya bay beach, Ko Phi Phi, Thailand
Famous Maya bay beach, Ko Phi Phi Leh, Krabi, Thailand

Eyelash Viper (Bothriechis schlegelii) on a tree at night, Corcovado, Costa Rica
Corcovado National Park, Costa RIca

Overwater bungalows in the lagoon of Bora Bora
Overwater bungalows of luxury tourist resort, in the lagoon of Bora Bora, French Polynesia, Oceania

Aerial view of heart shaped island Tavarua, Fiji
Aerial view of Tavarua, heart shaped island, Mamanucas islands, Fiji

Detail of stone carvings at Prambanan Temple
Wide angle image capturing the wonderful detail in the rock cut blocks that constitute the Prambanan Temple buildings. A majestic Hindu Temple and national monument or landmark of Indonesia

Wide angle image of Prambanan Temple
Prambanan Temple or Candi Prambanan in the Indonesian language is a majestic Hindu temple built during the 8th to 9th centuries when Hinduism flourished in parts of Indonesia

Scale of Prambanan Temple
Prambanan Temple or Candi Prambanan in the Indonesian language is a majestic Hindu temple of huge proportions, this image gives some idea of the sheer scale of it when compared to a man at the steps

Yellow leucospernums

Colored lanterns, Hanoi, Vietnam
Traditional lanterns for sale in the lantern shopping street of Hanoi

A wooden outrigger anchored near a remote island in Indonesia
Fishermen use a wooden outrigger near a remote island in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Clear waters surround a remote island in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
Clear, warm waters surround a remote island in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle and harbors more marine organisms than anywhere else on Earth

A beautiful coral reef grows near a set of limestone islands in Indonesia
A beautiful coral reef grows near a set of limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote, equatorial region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Limestone islands surround a lagoon in a remote part of Raja Ampat
Rugged limestone islands surround a gorgeous lagoon in a remote part of Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Sunlight illuminates the turquoise water in Turneffe Atoll, Belize. This part of Central America is well known for its clear waters and beautiful coral reefs

Limestone islands surround corals in a lagoon in Raja Ampat
Rugged limestone islands surround corals growing in a gorgeous lagoon in a remote part of Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

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"Exploring the Allure of Exoticism: A Victorian Botanical Journey" Step into a world where beauty knows no bounds, as we embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting realm of exoticism. In this mesmerizing collection, we are transported back to the Victorian era, where botanical illustrations served as windows into distant lands and their extraordinary flora. Our first stop takes us to the delicate petals of Campanula or Bellflower Plant, gracefully captured in a Victorian botanical illustration. Its ethereal charm evokes visions of secret gardens hidden away in far-off corners of the world. Next, we encounter the Aster or Star Plant, its vibrant blossoms bursting forth from another exquisite Victorian illustration. Like celestial bodies adorning our earthly landscapes, these stars remind us that nature's wonders can be found even in our own backyard. As we delve deeper into this tapestry of exoticism, parrots come alive before our eyes through a chromolithograph from 1896. Their vivid plumage and playful demeanor transport us to tropical rainforests teeming with life and color. The allure continues with Red Exotic Flowers showcased in yet another stunning Victorian botanical illustration. These fiery blooms ignite our senses and evoke dreams of lush paradises brimming with untamed beauty. Intriguingly named Chelone or Turtlehead Plant beckons us further along this voyage. Its peculiar shape captivates our imagination as we envision mythical creatures lurking amidst dense foliage – an invitation to explore worlds beyond what meets the eye. Butterflies flutter by delicately on fragile wings – ephemeral symbols of transformation and freedom. Their graceful dance reminds us that true beauty lies not only in stillness but also in embracing change and embracing new experiences. Pulmonaria or Lungwort Plant emerges next from an intricate Victorian botanical illustration – its dainty flowers resembling tiny lungs breathing life into fantastical realms waiting to be discovered.