Brilliant! My print is beautiful. I initially ordered the wrong product due to my own error but Carol was so supportive and helpful I cannot recommend her/this company enough. - Jonathon S, Rotherham
Wild Flowers mounted foamex print - lightweight, contemporary and available up to 18in x 12in.
A Scottish thistle introduces a strong sense of heritage and natural form, making it well suited to living rooms, hallways, or interiors with a rustic or contemporary style. Its bold shape and colour provide a clear focal point while remaining balanced within neutral or darker décor schemes.
The thistle is one of Scotland’s most enduring symbols, long associated with resilience and defence. Its origins as a national emblem are often linked to legend, where an invading force was said to have been revealed after stepping on the plant’s sharp spines. Beyond folklore, thistles are a familiar sight across open grasslands and hills, valued for their distinctive structure, with spiny stems and vibrant, tufted flower heads that stand out against the landscape.
In this image, a purple artichoke thistle is isolated against a deep black background, allowing its intricate form and vivid purple tones to stand out clearly. The fine strands of the flower head radiate outward, creating a sense of texture and detail, while the sturdy stem anchors the composition. Controlled lighting highlights both the softness of the bloom and the sharper elements below, reflecting the precision of the original artwork.
Enjoy a premium photographic print with three paper options, each designed to suit different lighting conditions and artistic preferences:
Each print is mounted onto black, 3mm Foamex - an ultra-durable, moisture-resistant PVC substrate that remains lightweight yet rigid. Perfect for displaying on an easel or mounting with the included Velcro strips, without the need for framing.
Supplied without a border unless otherwise specified.
Optional lamination is available in satin or gloss to match your selected paper, providing extra protection against moisture and handling. However, lamination is not recommended for Fine Art Matt paper, as it will obscure its authentic texture.
Purple Artichoke Thistle wild flowers foam backed prints are printed to order and usually shipped within 3-4 business days. Please allow a further 2-3 days from the despatch date to receive your item (not including weekends or bank holidays).
Prices shown are inclusive of delivery to Mainland UK. Shipping to other available areas calculated at checkout.
Please check out the Delivery & Returns and Free Shipping pages for futher information.What customers say about Real World Art
Wonderful card that was delivered quickly and exceptional service. Will definitely buy more in the future.
The absolute perfect image, promptly dispatched, swiftly received. Highly delighted customer. Thank you very much indeed Carol.
Absolutely wonderful photo! I bought it for my grandson but my daughter loved it so much that we decided it would be a waste to put it on his bedroom wall. The quality and detail demands a place where everyone can see it. I would definitely recommend this to family and friends. Thank you for the quick delivery too!
Brilliant! My print is beautiful. I initially ordered the wrong product due to my own error but Carol was so supportive and helpful I cannot recommend her/this company enough.
I'm absolutely made up with the print I received from Real World Art. I went for the Koi Carp image - It's very evocative and they've totally captured the serenity you feel watching Koi. You can almost hear the babbling water! What's more, it's a top quality print, pin-sharp and looks great framed up. Couldn't recommend them any higher.. lovely to deal with.. thank you.
Thrilled to bits with the picture , better than expected
