German Iris Collection

Iris Germanica (German Iris), 1805-1816 (stipple-engraving printed in colours
986196 Iris Germanica (German Iris), 1805-1816 (stipple-engraving printed in colours and finished by hand) by Redoute, Pierre Joseph (1759-1840) (after); 54.2x35.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Iris Germanica, 1847 (hand-coloured engraving)
985712 Iris Germanica, 1847 (hand-coloured engraving) by Bauer, Ferdinand (1760-1826) (after); 47.4x33.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Iris Germanica. From Flora Graeca)

Bearded iris, Iris germanica (Iris florentina). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr
FLO4564780 Bearded iris, Iris germanica (Iris florentina). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Gladiolus, Gladiolus communis, German iris, Iris germanica, and Florentine iris, Iris florentina
FLO4668885 Gladiolus, Gladiolus communis, German iris, Iris germanica, and Florentine iris, Iris florentina. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's

The common Iris. German iris, Iris x germanica. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Precious
FLO4596122 The common Iris. German iris, Iris x germanica. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Precious and illuminated collection of the most beautiful and curious flowers

The German Iris flower, 1793 (engraving)
3665797 The German Iris flower, 1793 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); (add.info.: From the Atlas des plantes); Universal History Archive/UIG

German iris, Iris germanica. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration by Walther Muller from Hermann Adolph
FLO4990683 German iris, Iris germanica. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration by Walther Muller from Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany

German Iris (colour litho)
3116953 German Iris (colour litho); (add.info.: Iris germanica Kohler's Medizinal-Pflanzen in naturgetreuen Abbildungen mit kurz erlauterndem Texte)

German Iris; Iris Germanica, c. 1815-1851 (w / c)
1195451 German Iris; Iris Germanica, c. 1815-1851 (w/c) by Pelletier, Capitaine (1788-c.1870); 25.5x45 (folio) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Pelletier)

Iris Germanica, 1542 (hand-coloured woodcut)
985885 Iris Germanica, 1542 (hand-coloured woodcut) by Fuchs, Leonhard (1501-66); 36.2x24 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Iris Germanica. From De historia stirpium commentarii insignes)

Iris Germanica, 1797-1803 (hand-coloured engraving)
985704 Iris Germanica, 1797-1803 (hand-coloured engraving) by Russian School (18th century); 41.3x27.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Iris Germanica)

Iris germanica, bearded iris, german iris
Illustration of a Iris germanica, bearded iris, german iris

German Iris Blossoming In A Garden; Astoria, Oregon, United States Of America

German Iris -Iris germanica-, Stuttgart, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

German iris flower, 20th century C013 / 6596
German iris (Iris germanica) flower, 20th-century artwork. This watercolour by Frank Howard Round is dated 1920. The inscription states: Fernet, 100 metres, Spain. Dr Antonio Bosco Seytre, 1914

Iris kochii, German iris
Plate XXXVI from The Genus Iris (1913) by William Rickatson Dykes (1877-1925). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

German iris (Iris germanica)
German iris (Iris Germanica), photographed in May

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The German Iris, scientifically known as Iris Germanica, is a stunning flower that has captivated botanists and artists alike throughout history. From hand-coloured engravings in the 19th century to modern-day photographs, this perennial plant continues to enchant with its vibrant colors and delicate petals. In 1847, an exquisite hand-coloured engraving of the Iris Germanica was created, showcasing its intricate details and beauty. This artistic representation captured the essence of this remarkable flower, highlighting its elegance and grace. Another depiction from 1805-1816 took the form of a stipple-engraving printed in colours. The meticulous technique used in this artwork emphasized the subtle variations in hues found within each blossom of the German Iris. During the early 19th century (c. 1815-1851), watercolor paintings brought out the true essence of these flowers. The soft strokes and gentle washes of color showcased their ethereal charm while maintaining botanical accuracy. A hand-coloured woodcut from as far back as 1542 showcases how long humans have been fascinated by this particular species. Even then, people recognized its unique allure and sought to capture it through artistry. Fast forward to more recent times - between 1797-1803 - when another hand-coloured engraving immortalized these blooms on paper once again. The attention to detail in this piece allowed viewers to appreciate every nuance of their structure and coloring. Beyond illustrations, photographs also celebrate the splendor of German Irises blooming naturally or cultivated gardens worldwide. One such photograph captures them blossoming beautifully amidst Astoria's scenic landscape in Oregon, United States Of America—a testament to their adaptability across continents. In Stuttgart, Baden-Wuerttemberg (Germany), another snapshot reveals a field adorned with rows upon rows of these magnificent flowers—showcasing Germany's love for its native flora like no other image can.