Orange | Mid-Century Botanical Still Life

Orange, reproduced in 1950 from an 18th-century Chinese watercolor, captures the beauty of fruit and blossom in exquisite botanical detail. A branch laden with ripe fruit and delicate flowers is presented with cut citrus segments, reflecting both artistic tradition and scientific precision.

Published by J. Verner Reed and printed in New York by Tricorn Press, this mid-sized collotype is part of the mid-century series that brought Chinese botanical art to Western collectors. Its warm tones and balanced composition make it ideal for kitchens, dining spaces, or tropical-inspired interiors.

Preserved flat in our family archive for decades—never framed or displayed—this is true “new vintage” in mint condition. Fewer than 50 prints remain from this final archived stock.

Details
Size: 21 × 17 inches
Medium: Collotype on paper
Date: 1950 printing
Publisher: J. Verner Reed
Printer: Tricorn Press, New York
Condition: Mint / uncirculated
Includes: Lithograph care sheet

Pair With

• Tangerine – Bright citrus tones pair beautifully with Orange for a warm, harmonious display.
• Gourd – Yellow-green accents complement Orange, creating an earthy, balanced wall grouping.
• Lotus – Soft pinks and greens contrast with Orange for a striking botanical pairing with tropical flair.

These mid-sized collotypes—each published by J. Verner Reed in 1950—create a curated botanical gallery when grouped together. Frame them in a consistent style for a cohesive mid-century wall arrangement.

Learn more about the artistry and history behind these prints in our blog features:
The Collotype Process at Triton Press, N.Y.C.
Vintage vs. New Vintage: What’s the Difference?