Who painted The Vanelloe (Epidendrum Vanilla)?

The Vanelloe (Epidendrum Vanilla) was painted by Mark Catesby in 1737.

Where can I see The Vanelloe (Epidendrum Vanilla)?

The Vanelloe (Epidendrum Vanilla) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Vanelloe (Epidendrum Vanilla)?

The Vanelloe (Epidendrum Vanilla) is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

The Vanelloe (Epidendrum Vanilla)

Mark Catesby , 1737

The Vanelloe (Epidendrum Vanilla) is an ink print by the Baroque artist Mark Catesby. It dates from 1737 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Vanelloe (Epidendrum Vanilla) is a print created by Mark Catesby in 1737, featuring a detailed depiction of a plant with curved leaves and a white flower. The work is an etching and engraving with hand coloring on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print illustrates a specific plant species, showcasing its texture and shape through detailed lines and shading. The image is part of Catesby's broader documentation of New World flora.

Technique & Style

The work exhibits a realistic style characteristic of the Baroque period, with intricate details and shading that highlight the plant's features against a light brown background.

History & Provenance

The Vanelloe (Epidendrum Vanilla) is one of 220 plates in Catesby's Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands, published between 1729 and 1747, a seminal work in the scientific illustration of the Americas.