{"product_id":"laelio-cattleya-rex-from-flora-sylva","title":"LAELIO CATTLEYA REX, 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=\"119\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"23\"\u003eLaelio-Cattleya Rex\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"23\" data-end=\"26\"\u003eFrom \u003cem data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"67\"\u003eFlora \u0026amp; Sylva – A Monthly Review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"72\"\u003eWilliam Robinson, Published 1903–1905\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"510\"\u003eA superb original botanical chromolithograph depicting \u003cem data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"197\"\u003eLaelio-Cattleya Rex\u003c\/em\u003e, one of the most spectacular orchid hybrids cultivated during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods. Published in William Robinson's esteemed \u003cem data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"377\"\u003eFlora \u0026amp; Sylva – A Monthly Review\u003c\/em\u003e, the print exemplifies the exceptional quality of botanical illustration produced during the golden age of horticultural publishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"972\"\u003eThe composition focuses on two magnificent orchid blooms rendered with remarkable precision and delicacy. Their broad, ruffled white petals frame richly coloured crimson-purple throats, creating a striking contrast that highlights the exotic beauty for which these orchids were so highly prized. The artist has carefully captured the intricate structure of the flowers alongside the robust green foliage, balancing scientific accuracy with decorative elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eProduced using the chromolithographic process, the print achieves a richness and subtlety of colour that closely reflects the appearance of the living specimen. The refined palette and detailed rendering make this work both an important botanical record and a highly attractive decorative piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eWilliam Robinson's \u003cem data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eFlora \u0026amp; Sylva\u003c\/em\u003e remains one of the most celebrated horticultural publications of the early twentieth century, admired for its outstanding illustrations and its influence on naturalistic gardening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003ePresented within a clean mount and ready for framing or display, this print would make a wonderful addition to a collection of botanical art, orchid studies or early horticultural literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1679\"\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":54853448663425,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/8909\/8924\/files\/LaelioCattleyaRex-2.jpg?v=1759841021","url":"https:\/\/www.p6o9i3u6y1t4.digital\/products\/laelio-cattleya-rex-from-flora-sylva","provider":"Summerfield and Scott","version":"1.0","type":"link"}