Nodding Renealmia - Robert John Thornton Floral Art Print
Description
Prepare to be enthralled by Thornton's Nodding Renealmia, a botanical seductress from the revolutionary Temple of Flora (1807). This aquatint print captures nature's coquettish charm, showcasing a tropical temptress against a misty backdrop.
The Renealmia's curvaceous stem supports a cascade of blossoms—white petals with blush-tipped edges cradling golden throats, a floral burlesque that would make even the most stoic botanist blush. Thornton's masterful aquatint technique lends a dreamlike quality, transporting you to steamy jungles where science and sensuality intertwine.
Lush green leaves frame the scene like nature's own fan dance, while distant mountains and palm silhouettes whisper of exotic locales. Plump water droplets add a touch of dewy freshness, completing this horticultural peep show.
More than mere illustration, this print represents a groundbreaking fusion of art and botany that scandalized and delighted 19th-century audiences. Hang this timeless beauty in your space and let the Nodding Renealmia's botanical allure captivate you daily.
About the Art Prints
Enhanced Matte Fine Art Paper
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Choose a white border for a fresh and refined visual break between artwork & frame. Or no border for a bold, immersive viewing experience.
True-to-life tones without glare or distortion: warm white, archival-grade, 200gsm matte art paper
Sharper details and deeper saturation endure for generations thanks to high-definition print lab techniques.
FSC® certified: every tree replaced, workers treated fairly & local rights respected.
Framed Fine Art Prints
Timeless statements
• Chevron cut wooden frames.
• Ultra-clear perspex glaze.
• Includes 2" / 5cm acid-free, archival grade mount board. Just like you see in art galleries and museums.
FSC® certified
Every tree replaced, workers treated fairly & local rights respected.
3 distinctive colors
Black: Suits every style from bold modernity to gothic opulence.
White: Helps art shine bright in dark rooms to lift your mood.
Natural: Infuses warmth with its rich, honeyed tones.
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Fine art heavyweight paper enhances details, depth & dimension while softening glare to let colors tell their full story.
Giclée Printing
Forget 4 color CMYK. Giclée layers up to 12 — alive with deeper shadows, richer highlights and multidimensional contrasts.
A Century of Color
Printed using a pro-lab process that helps art stay bold & breathtaking for up to 100 years with non-toxic, archival-grade inks.
