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Mexican columbine, Aquilegia skinneri
Mexican columbine, Aquilegia skinneri. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe, Ghent, Belgium, 1845
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Aquilegia Columbine Flore Hothouses Houtte Jardins Lemaire Leurope Mexican Serres Skinners Skinneri
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the vibrant colors and enchanting beauty of the Mexican Columbine, Aquilegia skinneri, into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning hand-colored lithograph, taken from the esteemed work "Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe" by Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires, captures every intricate detail of this rare and captivating flower. Add a touch of exotic allure to your decor with this beautifully framed and preserved piece, perfect for brightening up any room in your house.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.1cm x 39.6cm (10.3" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
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.
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This exquisite hand-colored lithograph depicts the Mexican columbine, Aquilegia skinneri, a stunning and rare beauty from the rich botanical diversity of Mexico. The image is taken from the renowned horticultural publication "Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe," produced by Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire in Ghent, Belgium, in 1845. Aquilegia skinneri, also known as Skinner's columbine, is a native plant of Mexico, specifically found in the states of Veracruz and Oaxaca. This columbine is characterized by its vibrant, richly colored flowers that bloom in various shades of red, pink, and purple, with distinctive blue-black markings. The plant grows to a height of around 30-60 cm and thrives in shady, humid environments. The intricate details of the Mexican columbine's petals, sepals, and anthers are beautifully captured in this lithograph, showcasing the exceptional artistry of the illustrators of the time. The delicate veining and textures of the leaves are also faithfully rendered, providing a lifelike representation of the plant. The Mexican columbine was a prized addition to the European hothouses and gardens of the 19th century, and this lithograph would have been an essential reference for horticulturists and botanists seeking to cultivate this exotic beauty in their own collections. Today, it remains an inspiration for gardeners and botanical enthusiasts, a testament to the rich cultural exchange of knowledge and appreciation for the natural world that occurred during this period.
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