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Paphiopedilum insigne orchid
Paphiopedilum insigne orchid (Remarkable cypripedium, Cypripedium insigne). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Miss Jane Taylor from Benjamin Maund and the Rev. John Stevens Henslows The Botanist, London, 1836
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Benjamin Botanist Cypripedium Henslow Insigne Jane Maund Orchid Paphiopedilum Remarkable Stevens Taylor Miss
10"x8" Photo Print
Bring the enchanting beauty of nature into your home with Media Storehouse's range of Photographic Prints. This exquisite image showcases the rare and stunning Paphiopedilum insigne orchid, also known as the Remarkable Cypripedium or Cypripedium insigne. Captured in intricate detail from a handcoloured copperplate engraving by Jane Taylor, this botanical masterpiece is now available as a high-quality print. Each print is produced using premium materials and state-of-the-art printing techniques to ensure vibrant colours and exceptional clarity. Add this unique work of art to your collection and let the wonder of the natural world inspire you every day.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the remarkable beauty of the Paphiopedilum insigne, also known as the Cypripedium insigne orchid. The image is a botanical masterpiece, meticulously created from a botanical illustration by the talented Miss Jane Taylor, and published in Benjamin Maund and the Reverend John Stevens Henslow's esteemed publication, "The Botanist," in London during 1836. The Paphiopedilum insigne, a native to the Himalayas, is renowned for its distinctive and captivating appearance. Its large, velvety, and intricately patterned labellum, or lip, is a marvel of nature, with its bright, bold colors and intricate design. The labellum's unique shape and texture are adapted to attract pollinators, such as bees and moths, and ensure the orchid's successful reproduction. This stunning engraving is a testament to the Victorian era's fascination with botany and the natural world. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the orchid to life, allowing us to appreciate its beauty and intricacies in a way that was not possible through observation alone. The botanical illustrations in "The Botanist" were produced to the highest standards, making this publication an essential resource for botanists, horticulturists, and collectors of the time. Miss Jane Taylor's illustration, expertly translated into a hand-colored copperplate engraving by an unknown engraver, is a work of art that continues to captivate and inspire us today. The Paphiopedilum insigne remains a popular and sought-after orchid species, and this engraving serves as a reminder of the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations.
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