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Kohleria eeckhauti
Kohleria eeckhauti hybrid (Tydaea eeckhauti). 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, 1857
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This exquisite handcoloured lithograph depicts the enchanting Kohleria eeckhauti, also known as the Tydaea eeckhauti hybrid. The image is taken from the esteemed horticultural publication "Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe," produced by the renowned Belgian botanists Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire in 1857. The Kohleria eeckhauti is a captivating orchid species, native to the Andes Mountains in South America. Its vibrant, bi-colored flowers bloom in shades of pink and purple, with intricate veining and a distinctive lip that resembles a butterfly in flight. The plant's delicate foliage adds to its allure, with long, narrow leaves that contrast beautifully against the bold blooms. The meticulous detail in this handcoloured lithograph is a testament to the artists' mastery of their craft. The intricate veining and texture of the leaves, as well as the delicate shading of the petals, are rendered with remarkable precision and artistry. The use of chromolithography, a popular printing technique of the time, allowed for a wide range of colors and tonal variations, resulting in a stunningly vivid and lifelike representation of the Kohleria eeckhauti. This botanical illustration was undoubtedly a source of inspiration for gardeners and horticulturists of the time, who would have been eager to add this rare and exotic orchid to their collections. Today, it remains an invaluable record of a beautiful and intriguing plant, and a testament to the artistry and scientific curiosity of the past.
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