Botanical Art Prints

Text on the tag: From being a symbol of truthfulness in Renaissance art, the fruit has also been a symbol of purity, virtue and good works. Symboli...

Text on the tag: Le point de broderie utilisé dans ce tissus indien du XVIIIe siècle est typique du Gujarat. Entre le XVIe et le XVIIIe siècle, le...

Text on the tag: The Rosa gallica, also known as the French Rose or Gallic Rose, is one of the oldest cultivated species. Brought to Britain by th...

Text on the tag: The sunflower comes originally from western North America and was introduced to the UK in the late sixteenth century. It was grow...

Text on the tag: The Peruvian lily (Alstroemeria), native to South America, was introduced to Europe in the 18th century. It became popular in Bri...

Text on the tag: This botanical chart by George Spratt, illustrates the principle poisonous mushrooms and exotic plants cultivated in Britain. The...

Text on the tag: Amaryllis curvifolia, also known as nerine sarniensis, is not a true lily and is more closely related to the amaryllis - a flower ...

Text on the tag: The Romans cultivated this magnificent rose naming it Rosa Gallica, which is probably the oldest of all garden roses. Illustration...

Text on the tag: The Rosa Gallica - the Gallic or French rose - was one of the first species of rose to be grown in central Europe. Illustration by...

Text on the tag: Narcissus Tazetta, also known as Chinese Sacred Lily, is one of the tallest narcissi and is grown commercially for its essential o...

Text on the tag: The saying 'great oaks from little acorns grow' officially dates back to the 14th century. The acorn remind us to look inside to f...

Text on the tag: The Romans cultivated this magnificent rose naming it Rosa Gallica, which is probably the oldest of all garden roses. Illustration...

Text on the tag: Also known as Blush Noisette, or Noisette Carnée. The white rose is symbolic of purity, innocence and respect. The pink rose symbo...

Text on the tag: Named after the Swiss botanist Augustin Pyramus de Candolle who he went on to document hundreds of plant families and create a new...

Text on the tag: Narcissus pseudonarcissus (commonly known as lent lily or wild daffodil) is a perennial flowering plant. Being strong and resilien...

Text on the tag: The saying 'great oaks from little acorns grow' officially dates back to the 14th century. The acorn remind us to look inside to f...

Text on the tag: The long-stalked coreopsis with their daisy-like flower heads, can be annual or perennial flowers. In the language of flowers, the...

Text on the tag: Lychnis grandiflora, otherwise known as Lychnis coronata, was introduced to Britain from China in 1774. Illustration by botanist P...

Text on the tag: The brightly coloured Gallardia is related to the sunflower family and is named after 18th century French magistrate and keen bota...

Text on the tag: The anemone can symbolise protection from evil and negativity, and European peasants used to carry them to ward off illness. They ...

Text on the tag: These exotic and stunning flowers convey a special message depending on the colour of the flower. The pink orchid represents innoc...

Text on the tag: The symbolism of the dahlia in the Victorian language of flowers has survived. Known for its continuous colourful flowers, as a gi...

Text on the tag: Botanical design from a woodblock print by Japanese artist Tanigami Konan (1879-1928), who was the first Japanese artist to illust...

Text on the tag: The association between poppies and the cycle of life has a long history. A single poppy can produce up to 60,000 seeds. Poppies s...

Text on the tag: Botanical design from a woodblock print by Japanese artist Tanigami Konan (1879-1928), who was the first Japanese artist to illust...

Text on the tag: The name “delphinium” derives from the Greek word for dolphin. Looking at a single bloom from the tall spike on the plant, the sha...

Text on the tag: Botanical design from a woodblock print by Japanese artist Tanigami Konan (1879-1928), who was the first Japanese artist to illust...

Text on the tag: In the language of flowers, the hyacinth represents constancy, faithfulness, and dependability, and in particular, the blue hyacin...

Text on the tag: The aquilegia flower has had several symbolisms through history, of which some include innocence, seven gifts of the holy spirit a...

Text on the tag: The anemone plant symbolises love that does not fade. It is also a symbol of luck, anticipation, and protection against evil. ...

Text on the tag: The name “Agapanthus” is derived from two Greek words: “agape” meaning “love” and “anthos” meaning “flower”. With tributes to its ...

Text on the tag: In 1630’s a kind of frenzy for tulips occurred in Western Europe named “Tulip mania” and tulips became so expensive as to be treat...

Text on the tag: Botanical design from a woodblock print by Japanese artist Tanigami Konan (1879-1928), who was the first Japanese artist to illust...

Text on the tag: Poppies symbolise beauty, magic, consolation and eternal life. A single poppy can produce up to 60,000 seeds, which extrapolates t...

Text on the tag: In ancient Egypt roses were considered as sacred flowers that were used to serve the goddess Isis in sacred rituals. The rose is a...

Text on the tag: Often found growing along roadside ditches and other humble places, these flowers have enchanted poets. Besides the medicinal qual...