Lake Biwa, Japan

A serene landscape of mountains and misty waters captures the essence of Lake Biwa, Japan, in this stunning 1875 painting by Victorian explorer Marianne North, inviting you to bring this piece of botanical history home.

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.