{"product_id":"laelio-cattleya-empress-of-russia-from-flora-sylva","title":"LAELIO CATTLEYA EMPRESS OF RUSSIA, FROM: FLORA \u0026 SYLVA","description":"\u003cp class=\"ship-detail\"\u003e£5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"top-des\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"37\"\u003eLaelio-Cattleya Empress of Russia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"40\"\u003eFrom \u003cem data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"81\"\u003eFlora \u0026amp; Sylva – A Monthly Review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"86\"\u003eWilliam Robinson, Published 1903–190\u003cstrong data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"133\"\u003e5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"574\"\u003eA beautiful original botanical chromolithograph depicting \u003cem data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"228\"\u003eLaelio-Cattleya Empress of Russia\u003c\/em\u003e, one of the most elegant orchid hybrids featured in William Robinson's renowned horticultural publication \u003cem data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eFlora \u0026amp; Sylva – A Monthly Review\u003c\/em\u003e. Celebrated for its refined colouring and graceful form, this orchid exemplifies the fascination with exotic species and hybrid cultivation that flourished during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003eThe composition centres upon a single magnificent bloom rendered with remarkable precision. Soft lavender-pink petals surround an elaborate frilled lip illuminated by a luminous yellow throat, creating a striking contrast of colour and texture. The artist has skilfully balanced scientific observation with aesthetic beauty, capturing both the delicate structure of the flower and the rich character that made these orchids highly prized among collectors and horticultural enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003eProduced using the chromolithographic process, the print displays exceptional subtlety of tone and colour, faithfully reproducing the appearance of the original specimen. The restrained composition allows the flower's elegance to take centre stage, resulting in a work that is both botanically informative and highly decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eWilliam Robinson's \u003cem data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003eFlora \u0026amp; Sylva\u003c\/em\u003e remains one of the most respected horticultural publications of the early twentieth century, admired for its outstanding illustrations and lasting influence on gardening and plant appreciation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003ePresented within a clean mount and ready for framing or display, this print would appeal to collectors of botanical art, orchid enthusiasts and admirers of Edwardian horticultural design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003eIn good overall condition, with strong colour and only minor age-related toning consistent with its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate: 1903-05\u003cbr\u003eImage: 350 x 225 mm.\u003cbr\u003eMount: 410 x 330 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Summerfield and Scott","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54853447876993,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/8909\/8924\/files\/LaelioCattleyaEmpressofRussia-2.jpg?v=1759840920","url":"https:\/\/www.p6o9i3u6y1t4.digital\/products\/laelio-cattleya-empress-of-russia-from-flora-sylva","provider":"Summerfield and Scott","version":"1.0","type":"link"}