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Swamp Pink Splendor: Helonias bullata, 1879

About the Item

This original antique artwork reflects the meticulous work of Thomas Meehan, and the image was published by L.Prang and Company in Boston, known for their exquisite chromolithographic work in the 19th century. The book from which this plate come, "The Native Flowers and Ferns of the United States in Their Botanical, Horticultural, and Popular Aspects," serves as a testament to the rich botanical heritage of the United States and the period's appreciation for natural sciences. Title: "Swamp Pink Splendor: Helonias bullata" Description: This botanical print beautifully illustrates Helonias bullata, also known as swamp pink. It is a perennial herb native to the eastern United States, thriving in wetland habitats. The plant is depicted with a robust, singular flower spike (2), densely packed with numerous small, star-shaped pink flowers. Each individual flower is meticulously shown (3 and 4), with details of the petals and reproductive parts, emphasizing the plant's delicate structure
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1879
  • Condition:
    Good condition. Some edges a bit rough but not disturbing the image and leaving enough margin to frame this print nicely. Aged paper with typically warm, yellowish-brown hue. Comes with text leaves.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-12277-1-91stDibs: LU3054337941342
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