Botanical Engraving 1871 - Thunia Orchid - Flower, Antique Lithograph

Magnificent authentic engraving 154 years old, not a simple reproduction: Orchid Thunia by Benson • Edition: in 1871 • Size: 12.5 x 20.5 cm • Elegant vintage cream-white card paper • Condition: Very good condition, slight signs of age on the edges This illustration comes from the 1871 edition of a British horticultural periodical. The work brings together finely coloured botanical plates, showcasing the artistic and scientific craftsmanship of the Victorian era, where naturalistic precision is combined with careful aesthetics. Authentic and original, it reflects the growing interest in botany, garden cultivation, and species classification in the 19th century. True fragments of natural history applied to the plant world, these images combine beauty, education, and attention to detail, making each piece a valuable item for garden and plant enthusiasts. Magnificent botanical illustration depicting two Thunia Bensonia orchid flowers with striped pink petals and a deep purple lip. The composition highlights the elongated leaves of a tender green that elegantly frame the exotic flowers. • Find all our lithographs and prints in my shop • Send me a message for any questions • Fast delivery and careful packaging for a risk-free reception • For bulk purchases, send me a message for a single shipping fee and to discuss a discount Reference: 108-1-6 Texts inscribed on the engraving: Translation: THUNIA BENSONIA. ----- Decoration, vintage, epiphytic, tropical, Himalaya. epiphytic, tropical, Himalaya