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Middlemist’s Red — a living legend, now reimagined for your wall.
Celebrate the extraordinary: Middlemist’s Red is widely regarded as the rarest flower on earth. A crimson camellia brought from China to England by John Middlemist in 1804, its extinction in the wild has only heightened its mystique. This piece captures that singular beauty — a moment of botanical history and quiet rarity, preserved for your home.
Artwork details
Archival Giclée print on 100% cotton rag paper for exceptional tonal depth, texture and longevity.
Presented in an ornate cream-wash wooden frame crafted to complement both classic and contemporary interiors.
Protected behind clear Perspex and secured with a foam-backed mount for stable, museum-grade presentation.
Arrives ready to hang.
Why this piece
Rarity as statement: Owning this print signals appreciation for scarcity, history and delicate beauty — a conversation starter with understated presence.
Gallery-grade quality: Materials and framing meet conservation-minded standards, ensuring the image remains vivid and intact.
Versatile styling: The black ornate frame pairs beautifully with neutral palettes, soft interiors and curated gallery walls.
Perfect for
Living rooms, studies or hallways where a single, refined focal point is desired.
Collectors and lovers of botanical history and heirloom florals.
Gifting to someone who values elegance with provenance.
Add a piece of botanical rarity to your space — Middlemist’s Red, where history and artistry meet.
Limited Edition of 1 — Middlemist Red Rare Camelia Flower
Size - 70 × 100 cm
Collector’s Note: The Rarity of the Middlemist Red
To collectors, the Middlemist Red represents more than beauty. It embodies fragility, survival, and the profound responsibility we hold toward the natural world. Its layered petals, luminous colour, and centuries‑old story have made it a symbol of rarity in its purest form — a reminder that some treasures exist only because someone cared enough to preserve them.
This artwork captures that rarity with intention: a single bloom, rendered with clarity and reverence, honouring a species that persists against all odds. Owning this piece is not simply acquiring art — it is becoming a custodian of a story that spans continents, centuries, and the delicate thread between loss and preservation.
Complimentary Corduroy Cushion Covers.
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Frame info
Width 11 cm
Depth 4.5 cm
Rebate1 cm
Material-Wood
Colour-Black
Comes ready to hang when it arrives with a D-ring and hanging wire.
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Smooth, matte surface with an understated, luxurious handfeel
310gsm gallery‑grade fine art stock
Crafted from 100% cotton rag for true archival longevity
Naturally acid‑free and lignin‑free, preserving colour and detail for decades
Engineered for fine art photography, digital illustration, and museum‑quality reproductions
Printed on Ilford GALERIE Smooth Cotton Rag 310gsm
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2.5 mm thick, 99% UV resistant, conservation‑grade glazing that protects artworks from fading while reducing glare and reflections.
The matte finish preserves colour fidelity and detail without shine, delivering museum‑quality protection and subtle sightlines for framed pieces.
Ideal for preserving originals, prints and artworks with long‑term care in mind.
Backing Details
Acid-Free to protect image
Very light
Allows for flattest mounting of image
Highly recommend this option if we are printing for you
We will adhere your purchased print to the foam core, this is the best looking and flattest finish.
