Farm near Karlee, India

Delve into Marianne North’s evocative ‘Farm near Karlee, India’ (1889). Witness the beauty of African rural life through masterful oil painting – realism & texture prevail.

Marianne North

Discover Marianne North (1830-1890), a Victorian explorer & botanical artist who painted exotic flora worldwide. Her gallery at Kew Gardens showcases over 800 vibrant paintings – a testament to her adventurous spirit!

Collection of The Herbarium

Explore ~20,000 dried plant specimens at the URV Herbarium in Richmond! Discover algae, lichens & vascular plants used for research & teaching, including local flora and historical collections dating back to the early 1900s.