Blue Egyptian Water Lily - Robert John Thornton Notebook
Description
Thornton's "Blue Egyptian Water-Lily" graces this spiral bound notebook, transforming a utilitarian object into a portal to 19th-century botanical artistry. The aquatint engraving, a jewel from "The Temple of Flora," showcases Thornton's mastery in blending scientific precision with Romantic aesthetics.
Vivid cerulean petals, edged in golden hues, emerge from verdant pads, set against an idyllic Islamic landscape. This juxtaposition of exotic flora and distant architecture epitomizes the era's fascination with natural wonders and far-off lands. Thornton's meticulous detailing captures the water-lily's delicate structure, while the mosque's silhouette adds cultural depth.
This fine art notebook, featuring Thornton's vibrant work, offers more than mere functionality. It's a tactile connection to the Golden Age of botanical illustration, inviting modern users to carry a piece of horticultural history. The spiraling design echoes the unfurling petals, making this a uniquely immersive blend of art and practicality.
Information
Ready when you are: At 6 x 8” (15.2 x 20.3cm) this wirebound notebook is made for adventure. With 60 sheets (120 pages) of 90gsm paper that won't feather, bleed through or tear easily.
Visions made sturdy: Strong, spiral coil binding so your pages won’t slip around or detach easily in your bag.
Customize your creative side: Stay organized and efficient with ruled pages, or choose graph pages if drawings and diagrams are more your style.
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Cost
Orders over $50 USD ship free.
Orders under $50 USD cost between $5-10 USD to ship depending on which part of the world you're ordering from.
Delivery Times
Production:
The average time it takes to produce the treasures you find here is 2-4 days.
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Average shipping times:
USA: 2-5 days • Canada: 3-8 days • UK: 2-5 days • Europe: 3-6 days • Australia: 2-5 days • New Zealand: 3-8 days • Rest of the world: 2-4 weeks
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Returns and Refunds
1. You're welcome to open a return / exchange request within 30 days of your order's delivery.
2. All items for return must be delivered back in their original condition, with their original packaging included.
3. No guarantees your return will be approved if you send items back before the approval of your return request
4. No returns, refunds or exchanges on discounted or sale items.
5. Return shipping costs are only covered in the rare cases that items arrive faulty, incorrect or damaged.
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Brand New, Just For You
Your new notebook will be produced with care after you place an order. It's called print on demand: minimizing landfill, water & energy use by only producing things people actually want.
FSC® Certified Paper
Trees are harvested with no net loss of forest over time. Workers are provided proper training, safety protocols, and fair wages. Local communities’ rights and resources are respected.
Water-based Inks
Your new notebook case will be printed with bright and vibrant water-based inks. Non-hazardous and toxin-free, they're used in a pro-lab process that delivers spectacular colors and outstanding clarity.
Partnered with Prodigi
I've worked with a lot of partners over the years. Prodigi's quality and care is remarkable, but their commitment to art, the environment and ethical supply chains that captured my heart.
Brand New, Just For You
Your new notebook will be produced with care after you place an order. It's called print on demand: minimizing landfill, water & energy use by only producing things people actually want.
FSC® Certified Paper
Trees are harvested with no net loss of forest over time. Workers are provided proper training, safety protocols, and fair wages. Local communities’ rights and resources are respected.
Water-based Inks
Your new notebook case will be printed with bright and vibrant water-based inks. Non-hazardous and toxin-free, they're used in a pro-lab process that delivers spectacular colors and outstanding clarity.
Partnered with Prodigi
I've worked with a lot of partners over the years. Prodigi's quality and care is remarkable, but their commitment to art, the environment and ethical supply chains that captured my heart.
