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Canvas Print : Zamia pungens
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Zamia pungens
Plate 1. Watercolour and bodycolour on paper, 1839 by Augusta Innes Withers (c.1791/2-1876). Held in the Library and Archives Date: 1839
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Media ID 14239256
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
Botanic Cycad Cycadales Cycadophyta Cycadopsida Gymnosperm Images Of Nature Seed Withers Women Artists Plate 1
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the timeless beauty of nature into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This exquisite piece features an 1839 watercolour and bodycolour depiction of Zamia pungens, also known as the Coontie Palm, by renowned artist Augusta Innes Withers. Each print is meticulously reproduced from the original held in the Library and Archives, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Add a touch of history and elegance to any room with this captivating and intricately detailed work of art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
of this exquisite watercolour and bodycolour rendering of Zamia pungens, a cycad species, is a captivating testament to the artistic vision and botanical expertise of Augusta Innes Withers. Created in 1839, this masterpiece showcases Withers' mastery of her medium, revealing the intricacies of this ancient plant in stunning detail. Withers, born around 1791 or 1792, was a remarkable woman in the realm of botanical illustration, a field dominated by men during her time. Her meticulous and lifelike depictions of various plant species, including this Zamia pungens, have left an indelible mark on the history of botanical art. Zamia pungens, a cycad belonging to the Zamiaceae family, is a gymnosperm, meaning it produces naked seeds instead of flowers. This cycad is native to Central and South America, and its distinctive appearance is captured beautifully in Withers' illustration. The female cones are shown in various stages of maturity, with ripe seeds visible amongst the spiky, pungent leaves. The botanical accuracy of Withers' work is evident in the intricate details of the plant's structure, from the textures of its leaves to the patterns on its cones. The use of watercolour and bodycolour further enhances the vibrancy and depth of the image, making it a visual feast for the eyes. This illustration of Zamia pungens is not only a testament to Withers' artistic talent but also a valuable historical record of a fascinating plant species. It serves as a reminder of the importance of documenting the natural world and the role that women artists have played in shaping our understanding of it.
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