Matilija Poppy (Romneya coulteri) (1931) — Mary Vaux Walcott

White petals like silk, a heart of gold. Walcott’s botanical study captures the Matilija poppy—the “fried-egg flower”—with serene precision: ruffled white tepals floating around a sunburst of stamens, set against a calm ground. Quiet, luminous, and wonderfully fresh.

Why it captivates

• Botanical elegance — faithful observation with a painter’s sensitivity to light.

• Striking contrast — paper-white petals framing a rich, textured yellow centre.

• Airy minimalism — generous negative space that suits modern and classic interiors.

• Californian icon — a native wildflower rendered with museum-grade clarity.

• Restful mood — a natural focal point for bedrooms, living rooms, and study nooks.

What you’ll see

A single Matilija poppy stem with ruffled white petals, a densely textured golden disc of stamens, and cool green foliage. The uncluttered setting keeps focus on form, texture, and light—a refined sheet that rewards close looking.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—great for high-traffic spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich colour and fine gradation.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

600 × 841 mm (approx. 23.62 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.713 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — portrait

• Framing tips:

  • Use an A1 frame with a custom mat window cut to ~596 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).

  • Contemporary: float-mount in A1 to reveal the sheet edge and create a clean shadow gap.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Flower lovers & gardeners

• Designers & stylists seeking calm, light-filled botanicals

• Collectors of American natural-history illustration

• Gift-givers after a fresh, elegant classic

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Let a breath of California bloom at home—order your Matilija Poppy print today.