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Floral Symphony: Müller's 1904 Botanical Illustrations
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Floral Symphony: Müller's 1904 Botanical Illustrations

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Date
1904
Size
9.4 × 5.9 in (24 × 15 cm)
Condition
Good. Good. One edge rough, but leaving enough space for matting or framing. Study the images carefully.
Period
20th century
Section
Botanical
Reference
f_38174562

Floral Symphony: Müller's 1904 Botanical Illustrations

This collage comprises three botanical prints from Walter Müller's 1904 tome, which meticulously recorded the primary forms of orchid species found in Germany and its neighboring areas.

The first image presents "Epipogon aphyllus Sw.", displaying a stalk with delicate flowers, each one exhibiting a unique structure and pattern.

The second print features "Platanthera viridis Lindl.", with its vivid green flowers arranged in a dense, orderly spike.

The third illustration portrays "Gymnadenia albida Rich.", a specimen with a slender spike of pale, almost translucent flowers.

All illustrations include detailed dissections of the floral parts, emphasizing the morphological features of these orchids. These images, with their scientific accuracy and aesthetic appeal, serve as an enduring legacy of Müller's work, which bridges the gap between botanical science and art.