Paph. Venustum x Sibling in bloom

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I picked this up at a recent show, it was in bud at the time and is now open. I couldn't help but pick it up because it's such a small plant overall and the open one's I saw were so beautiful. I do love this little guy, the leaves are awesome and sort of reptilian looking however I have to be honest that it wasn't the best one I saw. Photographing it was tricky since the flash darkens the red ends of the petals whereas in real time this reddish-purple is more blushing than solid. The brighter picture is closest. The vendor told me some people don't like the brainy look in lips but I think it's super cool!