Drawing - Drawing, Botanical, Collin Elwyn Woolcock, Lyperanthus nigricans (Red Beak Orchid), 1972

Historical information

Part of 'Woolcock Gallery Collection' Exhibited CEMA 1989.

Physical description

Two views of orchids. Large green leaf at base from which a long stem rises with leaves unfurling along its length. View on left depicts two red and white flowers unfurling; plant on right depicts three flowers. Mounted in double matt (grey on burgundy), framed under glass in wooden frame with gold detailing.

Inscriptions & markings

Front: CEW/72 (lower left) (red pencil)
Back: 77 (upper left) (pen)
Lyperanthus nigricans 'Red Beak orchid' (sticky label and pen, top left)

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