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Canadian columbine, Aquilegia canadensis
Canadian columbine, Aquilegia canadensis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Sansom after an illustration by Sydenham Edwards rom William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1793
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Aquilegia Canadensis Columbine Curtis Edwards Sansom Sydenham
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Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite hand-coloured copperplate engraving showcases the Canadian columbine, Aquilegia canadensis, in all its ethereal beauty. The image, created by the skilled hands of Sansom after an original illustration by Sydenham Edwards, was published in the esteemed Botanical Magazine in London in 1793, under the direction of William Curtis. The Canadian columbine is a native wildflower of North America, particularly abundant in woodlands and meadows from Quebec to Ontario, south to Virginia, and west to Manitoba. This graceful perennial herb boasts elegant, palmate leaves and striking, nodding flowers. Each bloom displays a complex, intricate pattern of rich colors - deep red, blue, and purple hues adorn the sepals, while the petals unfurl in shades of pink and white, with distinctive yellow stamens. The delicate interplay of colors and forms in this engraving highlights the captivating allure of the Canadian columbine. The intricate details of the petals, sepals, and leaves are rendered with remarkable precision, revealing the intricacies of the plant's structure. The use of hand-coloring adds a vibrant, almost painterly quality to the image, bringing the columbine to life and showcasing its natural splendor. This beautiful engraving serves as a testament to the artistry and dedication of the botanical illustrators and engravers of the past, who meticulously documented the natural world for posterity. It remains an enduring reminder of the beauty and diversity of the plant kingdom and the importance of preserving and celebrating the natural world.
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