Haeckel Orchids

A faithful reproduction of one of the most beloved botanical prints ever made — Ernst Haeckel's Orchideae, plate 74 from his 1904 masterwork Kunstformen der Natur.

Sixteen orchid species are arranged into one dramatic display, from the pale pink Cattleya at the center to the spotted, clawed, and slipper forms around it, set on the warm aged ground of the original lithograph.

It's a piece for anyone who loves antique science, natural-history prints, or the cabinet-of-curiosities look — real art-history weight for a study, a library, or a traditional room.

For the painter, the reward is variety. Each orchid is a distinct species with its own markings — mottled browns, deep crimson lips, veined petals — so you're working through sixteen individual botanical studies, not repeating one form. The muted antique palette asks for a careful eye, and it's a painting to return to over many sittings.

Those faded, subtle tones are exactly where the 36-color version proves its worth, holding the delicate shifts that give the plate its authentic old-print character.

What's included:

• 16x20 in (40x50 cm) numbered canvas
• Available in a 24-color and a 36-color version
• Acrylic paints and brushes included
• Choose rolled canvas or pre-stretched on a frame

No experience is required. Every canvas is clearly numbered, guiding you step by step. Thousands of first-time painters have completed their first artwork with our kits – and loved the result.

You'll not only enjoy the process but also experience the "wow effect" when you see your finished painting come to life.

Everything you need arrives in one box:

• Pre-printed numbered canvas (your chosen size)
• Acrylic paint set (24 or 36 colors – always enough to finish, and we'll send extra for free if you ever run out)
• 3 premium artist brushes (different sizes for details and larger areas)
• Reference color chart & printed guide
• Step-by-step instructions
• Optional: Pre-stretched frame (ready to hang)

Fast, Tracked Delivery
Most orders arrive within 7–9 business days. In a hurry? Express delivery typically takes 3–6 business days and can be selected at checkout for most addresses. Every order includes full tracking, so you can follow your kit all the way to your door. Delivery times can vary slightly with season and carrier.

60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
If anything isn't right with your order — missing paints, a damaged canvas, or a printing error — we'll send you a brand-new kit completely free, shipping included. Just reach out within 60 days of delivery and we'll make it right.