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Vintage Orchids Published in 1904: A Study of Platanthera Species
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These original antique botanical illustrations are from Walter Müller's 1904 publication, which showcases the foundational forms of orchid species found in Germany and surrounding areas. The detailed artwork from this era often served both scientific and educational purposes, allowing scholars and enthusiasts alike to study and appreciate the diverse morphology of orchids.
The illustrations are characterized by their scientific accuracy and artistic finesse, a hallmark of botanical drawings of that period. They would have been used to help identify species and understand their structure, as well as to document the flora for botanical records. The inclusion of various plant parts, such as roots, leaves, flowers, seed pods, and magnified sections of reproductive elements, indicates a comprehensive approach to documenting each species.
Such prints are valuable for historical study of botany and provide insight into the scientific knowledge and illustrative techniques of the early 20th century. They are also aesthetically valuable, reflecting the high level of craftsmanship that went into scientific illustration at the time.
The prints depict botanical illustrations of orchid species from the genus Platanthera. These illustrations are detailed:
1. **Platanthera Chlorantha (Greater Butterfly-orchid):** This print shows a plant with a robust root system, a large, prominent green leaf, and a tall spike of yellowish-green flowers. Individual parts of the flowers are highlighted and enlarged to show detail, including a cross-section of the flower, the pollinia (structures that contain pollen), and the ovary of the plant.
2. **Platanthera Solstitialis (unknown common name):** Similar in style to the first, this illustration displays another Platanthera species with a cluster of creamy yellow flowers. It also features detailed dissected views of the plant's reproductive structures and seed pods. The root system and leaves are shown, with a focus on botanical accuracy.
- Dimensions:Height: 9.45 in (24 cm)Width: 5.91 in (15 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:1904
- Condition:Good. One edge rough, but leaving enough space for matting or framing. Study the images carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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