The artwork titled “Nepenthes northiana” was created by artist Marianne North in the year 1876. It belongs to the Naturalism art movement and is classified under the genre of flower painting.
The artwork features a detailed and vibrant depiction of the Nepenthes northiana, a species of tropical pitcher plant. Two prominent pitchers dominate the composition, displaying an array of lively green and reddish hues that highlight the plant’s unique form and texture. The background consists of a lush, verdant scene which contrasts with the intricate details of the plant in the foreground. The surrounding environment serves to emphasize the botanical subject’s exotic nature, rooted in the ethos of Naturalism by capturing the beauty of the natural world with accuracy and depth.
