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Strelitzia sp
Watercolour by Ralph Stennett, 1805. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Media ID 8607412
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Bird Of Paradise Bird Of Paradise Flower Bird Of Paradise Plant Commelinid Monocot Monocotyledon Ralph Ralph Stennett Stennett Strelitzia Zingiberales Angiospermae Magnoliophyta Strelitziaceae
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Bring the enchanting beauty of nature into your home or office with Media Storehouse's range of Poster Prints featuring the stunning watercolour of Strelitzia sp by Ralph Stennett. This exquisite artwork, originally created in 1805 and held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, showcases the vibrant colors and intricate details of this unique plant. Our high-quality poster prints are perfect for adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to any space. With rights managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, you can be assured of the authenticity and exclusivity of your purchase."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 52.5cm (16.5" x 20.7")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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 watercolor painting depicts the stunning Strelitzia reginae, commonly known as the Bird of Paradise flower, created by the skilled hand of Ralph Stennett in 1805. The illustration is held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. The Bird of Paradise is a member of the Strelitziaceae family, within the larger order Zingiberales and the class Magnoliophyta. It is a monocotyledon, meaning it has only one seed leaf, and is an angiosperm, which produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. Strelitzia reginae is native to South Africa and is renowned for its distinctive orange and blue flowers. The vibrant orange bracts surround the blue flowers, giving the appearance of a bird in flight, hence the common name. The bird-like structure of the flowers is thought to have evolved to attract pollinators, specifically birds. Ralph Stennett's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate painting, which showcases the delicate petals and intricate structures of the flower. The painting also includes a small bird perched on a branch, adding to the overall beauty and harmony of the composition. This watercolor is a testament to the natural wonder and artistic skill of the past, and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and appreciating the natural world. The painting continues to inspire and captivate audiences, providing a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the plant kingdom.
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