{"id":1660,"date":"2026-05-21T13:24:33","date_gmt":"2026-05-21T13:24:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bevanprintworks.co.za\/?post_type=product&#038;p=1660"},"modified":"2026-05-25T09:35:26","modified_gmt":"2026-05-25T09:35:26","slug":"caladium-bicolor-splendens","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/bevanprintworks.co.za\/?product=caladium-bicolor-splendens","title":{"rendered":"Caladium Bicolor Splendens"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-path-to-node=\"4\">Bring the lush, dramatic elegance of Victorian horticulture into your home with this exceptional antique botanical art print. Originally illustrated by the renowned British nature artist <b data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"187\">Alexander Francis Lydon<\/b> and printed by the master craftsman Benjamin Fawcett, this magnificent plate captures the breathtaking, heart-shaped leaf of the <i data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"340\">Caladium bicolor splendens<\/i>.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\">Featuring deep forest-green borders electrified by a complex, glowing network of crimson-pink veins, this meticulously restored print is set against an open, naturally warm ivory backdrop. The resulting composition beautifully marries authentic scientific detail with striking, high-contrast organic modernism to create a spectacular visual anchor for any wall.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The History:<\/b> First published in London in 1861 within Edward Joseph Lowe&#8217;s acclaimed volume <i data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"92\">Beautiful Leaved Plants<\/i>, this striking print stands as a premier example of mid-19th-century natural history illustration. The plate was produced using a cutting-edge multi-color wood-block printing technique developed by master printer Benjamin Fawcett, who worked alongside his chief designer Alexander Francis Lydon to achieve unprecedented velvety texture and ink saturation. A French edition titled <i data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"496\">Les Plantes \u00e0 Feuillage Color\u00e9<\/i> followed in 1865, showcasing this spectacular specimen\u2014an exotic tropical perennial native to South America that was highly coveted by elite Victorian collectors for their grand greenhouse conservatories. Today, these historical plates are treasured for pioneering a new era of fine art color printmaking.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Aesthetic:<\/b> A masterclass in organic symmetry and vivid color-blocking, this composition lets the bold, architectural form of the single elephant-ear leaf take center stage. The leaf&#8217;s rich chartreuse and deep olive-green margins frame an explosive central burst of brilliant ruby and coral-pink pigmentation, with finely etched veins branching gracefully toward the leaf tip. The stark contrast between the intense, fiery botanical pigments and the serene, unadorned ivory background highlights the natural graphic rhythm of the foliage. Completed by clean, authentic archival taxonomy type at the bottom margin reading <i data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"624\">&#8220;Caladium Bicolor Splendens,&#8221;<\/i> this print injects an effortless layer of sophisticated life and warmth into contemporary rooms.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">It is an ideal statement piece for:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"10\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\">Plant lovers, interior designers, tropical foliage growers, and collectors of classical 19th-century botanical lithographs and scientific drawings.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\">Living rooms, plant-filled sunrooms, modern entryways, bedrooms, or as a bold organic anchor in an eclectic gallery wall.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\">Biophilic, Japandi, bohemian, Scandinavian, or transitional interior design styles that thrive on clean spaces contrasted by rich, natural focal points.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Product Details<\/b><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"16\">Artist \/ Illustrator:<\/b> Alexander Francis Lydon (Printed by Benjamin Fawcett)<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"92\">Title:<\/b> Caladium Bicolor Splendens (<i data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"127\">Beautiful Leaved Plants<\/i>)<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"152\">Subject:<\/b> Antique Tropical Leaf Natural History and Botanical Study<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"219\">Original Year:<\/b> 1861<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"239\">Style:<\/b> Victorian Color Wood-Block Print \/ Classical Horticultural Art<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14\"><b data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Museum-Quality Vintage Prints<\/b><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15\">Our vintage posters are made to order using premium Gicl\u00e9e printing techniques. Every piece is printed on thick, heavyweight fine art paper (200gsm) with a smooth, completely matte finish.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"16\">We specifically source an acid-free, natural-toned paper that perfectly recreates the warmth and authentic character of original mid-century lithographs. Unlike standard glossy posters, our premium matte finish ensures there is zero glare when your artwork is framed behind glass, resulting in a rich, museum-quality display. Combined with long-lasting, UV-resistant pigment inks, your print is designed to remain vibrant for generations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bring the lush, dramatic elegance of Victorian horticulture into your home with this exceptional antique botanical art print. 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