Odontoglossum ramosissimum 1885 - 1906

This botanical illustration, "Odontoglossum ramosissimum", was created by Jean Jules Linden between 1885 and 1906. Linden, a renowned Belgian botanist and orchidologist, was known for his detailed and accurate depictions of orchids. The artwork showcases a delicate spray of Odontoglossum ramosissimum orchids with their white petals adorned with maroon spots and a backdrop of verdant leaves and green fruit pods. The illustration exemplifies the beauty and intricate details of these exotic flowers, typical of the botanical art genre of the 19th century.