Habenaria blephariglottis- White Fringed Orchid and Habenaria ciliaris- Orange Fringed Orchid 1931

Edwin Hale Lincoln, a prominent American photographer, captured the delicate beauty of nature in this 1931 photograph, "Habenaria blephariglottis- White Fringed Orchid and Habenaria ciliaris- Orange Fringed Orchid." The image showcases three orchid specimens, their slender stems reaching towards the top of the frame against a muted gray background. The artist's focus on detail and the use of sharp contrasts between light and shadow highlights the intricate beauty of the orchids, making them appear almost ethereal. This piece exemplifies Lincoln's penchant for capturing the subtleties of the natural world, making it a captivating example of botanical photography.