Orchids! Laelia purpurata, this one. The large, incredibly lovely blossoms of this Cattelya orchid have their roots in Latin American.
The white flowers, with hints of ivory, open vibrant pink and golden yellow throats, glowing against a dramatic watercolor background.
This original watercolor painting is part of the Nero Wolfe Orchid collection. Named to honor The Final Deduction, the Nero Wolfe murder mystery published in 1961, in which Laelia purpurata from Wolfe’s rooftop orchid greenhouse visits the scene of the crime.
See also Before Midnight Orchid, a partner to this painting.
Original watercolor by Kim Solga.
13 inches by 13 inches on Arches 140lb watercolor paper.
Original painting for sale: $325.
Please contact me for information on shipping costs (I recommend UPS insured delivery). If you wish to have me mat and frame the painting so it is ready to hang in your home or office, or to send as a gift, I am pleased to discuss the additional cost of framing, mat and frame options.