Phalaenopsis Schilleriana: Fitch, c.1865

Title: Phalaenopsis Schilleriana Author: Walter Hood Fitch Date: c.1865 Condition: Excellent - scattered foxing  Inches: 12 3/4 x 9 7/8 [Image] Centimeters: 32.38 x 25.08 [Image] Product ID: 308437 Phalaenopsis Schilleriana is a striking epiphytic orchid species, native and endemic to the Philippines, particularly found on Luzon and nearby islands. It is renowned for both its spectacular floral displays and attractive foliage, making it a favorite among orchid enthusiasts and collectors. Background on Creator Walter Hood Fitch (1817-1892) was born in Glasgow, Scotland. From a young age, he demonstrated artistic talent and began formal training as a pattern drawer at a textile mill by the age of 13. This early apprenticeship, which involved creating intricate designs for calico fabric and mastering the complex process of engraving and color matching, laid the technical foundation for his later work as a botanical illustrator. Fitch’s career in botanical art began after a p