Aeranthes Grandiflora & Brassia Caudata Orchids – Antique Botanical Plate

This antique botanical illustration presents two remarkable orchid varieties, Aeranthes grandiflora and Brassia caudata, arranged as detailed scientific studies against a warm, understated paper ground. Broad architectural leaves contrast beautifully with delicate stems, exposed roots and unusually shaped flowers.

The spectacular spider-like blossoms of Brassia caudata dominate the right side of the composition, while Aeranthes grandiflora forms a graceful counterpoint on the left. Fine engraved lines and restrained greens, yellows and earthy browns give the plate the precision and character associated with historic botanical publishing.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Not confirmed from the supplied plate
• Title: Aeranthes grandiflora & Brassia caudata
• Original title: Aeranthes grandiflora / Brassia caudata
• Series: Botanical / horticultural plate
• Date: Not confirmed from the supplied plate
• Period: Historic botanical illustration
• Place of Origin: Not confirmed from the supplied plate
• Medium: Printed botanical illustration with colour

Framed Print Details

• Fine art printing: Professional 12-color fine art printing technology produces vivid, accurate colors with strong tonal depth and significantly greater nuance than standard 4-color inkjet printing.
• Paper: Smooth premium matte paper with a clean, glare-free finish.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm (80 lb).
• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
• Frame material: Durable pine wood.
• Frame dimensions: Approximately 20 mm (0.79 in) deep and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.6 in) wide.
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the print while keeping the framed artwork lightweight.
• Ready to hang: A hanging kit is included, allowing the framed print to be mounted directly on the wall.
• Available sizes: Offered in a range of sizes to suit different spaces.
• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
• Production: Each framed print is produced to order through a trusted international network of professional print studios.
• Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available.
• Made to order: There is no minimum order quantity. Each piece is printed and assembled on demand, reducing unnecessary stock and waste.

Exact frame dimensions, component availability, and production specifications may vary slightly depending on the selected size and destination.