Items Similar to Vintage Orchids Published in 1904: A Study of Platanthera Species
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 7
Vintage Orchids Published in 1904: A Study of Platanthera Species
About the Item
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
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13691-23 and BG-13691-241stDibs: LU3054338173492
About the Seller
5.0
Recognized Seller
These prestigious sellers are industry leaders and represent the highest echelon for item quality and design.
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2009
1stDibs seller since 2017
2,439 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Langweer, Netherlands
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllOrchid Variations: A Study of Ophrys Species in 1904 Illustrations
Located in Langweer, NL
The collage presents a curated selection of Ophrys species, each meticulously illustrated to showcase the distinctive features that characterize these unique orchids.
The first ima...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Prints
Materials
Paper
$313 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Free Shipping
Ephemeral Elegance: Orchids of 1904 in Müller's Illustrations
Located in Langweer, NL
Ephemeral Elegance: Orchids of 1904 in Müller's Illustrations
Description: This collage presents a trio of exquisite botanical illustrations from Walter Müller's 1904 book, a compre...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Prints
Materials
Paper
$239 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Free Shipping
Historical Flora: Orchids of 1904 in Art and Science
Located in Langweer, NL
In this collage are two botanical illustrations from Walter Müller's esteemed 1904 work, detailing the orchid species of Germany and its environs.
The first print showcases "Orchis...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Prints
Materials
Paper
Historic Orchids: A 1904 Catalogue Illustration
Located in Langweer, NL
Historic Orchids: A 1904 Catalogue Illustration
The images are original antique botanical prints from the book 'Abbildungen der in Deutschland und den angrenzende Gebieten vorkommen...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Prints
Materials
Paper
Nature's Masterpieces in Original Antique Print: The Orchids of 1904
Located in Langweer, NL
Nature's Masterpieces: The Orchids of 1904
A striking compilation of four botanical prints from Walter Müller's 1904 encyclopedic study of orchi...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Prints
Materials
Paper
Vintage Botanical Elegance: A Study of Leaves and Patterns, Published in 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
These botanical prints from "Les Plantes à Feuillage Coloré, Tome Second," published in Paris in 1880 with J. Rothschild as the editor, are beautiful representations of the plant spe...
Category
Antique 1880s Prints
Materials
Paper
$334 / set
Free Shipping
You May Also Like
Pair of Venice Etchings by N Erichsen 1904
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a lovely pair of Venice etchings by N Erichsen 1904.
This pair of etchings were drawn by N. Erichsen who we understand was a late 19th and early 20th Century English artist.
Both feature scenes from Venice in 1904.
The first one (on the left) is a sketch of the Piazza San MarCo...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Edwardian Prints
Materials
Paper
$1,200 / set
Abstract Orchid in Vase Still-life Giclée Print in Gold Frame
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Abstract Orchid in Vase Still-life Giclée artwork print in Gold Frame
Category
1990s American Prints
Materials
Paper
Set of Six Framed Prints Published by Rudolph Ackermann
Located in London, GB
Set of six framed prints published by Rudolph Ackermann
English, 1851
Frame: Height 54cm, width 59.5cm, depth 4.5cm
Sheet: Height 35cm, width 41cm...
Category
Antique 1850s English Prints
Materials
Giltwood, Paper
$6,050 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Henry Moore Lithograph Studies of Three Standing Figures in Gilt Frame
By Henry Moore
Located in Atlanta, GA
Henry Moore lithograph, entitled Studies of Three Standing Figures, English, circa 1960s. Beautifully framed in a 22 karat gold reeded frame with silk...
Category
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Prints
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Studies of Ballet Etching by Sorenson
Located in Savannah, GA
An etching entitled “Studies of Ballet”, signed Sorensen, artist proof.
sight: 10 ½ by 13 ½ inches
frame: 17 by 21 inches
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Prints
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Rare Set Of 4 Antique English Prints Published By SW Fores
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A set of four antique prints including:
English hand colored etching titled "A New Mode of Presenting Two Addresses at Once", by Charles Williams, published by SW Fores, 1818, Picca...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Prints
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
