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Common cultivated garlic, Allium sativum
5856768 Common cultivated garlic, Allium sativum by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Common cultivated garlic, Allium sativum, showing bulb, leaves and purplish flower. Handcolored copperplate engraving from a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Woodville and Sir William Jackson Hooker's "Medical Botany" 1832. The tireless Sowerby (1757-1822) drew over 2, 500 plants for Smith's mammoth "English Botany" (1790-1814) and 440 mushrooms for "Coloured Figures of English Fungi " (1797) among many other works.); © Florilegius
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1832 Botanical Plate Bulb Clove Common Copperplate Cultivated Garlic Handcolored Herbal Hooker Jackson James Medicinal Sowerby William Without People Woodville Allium Anthelmintic Britisch Britisch Garlick Natural Sciences Purplish Sativum Without Anyone
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This print showcases the beauty of common cultivated garlic, Allium sativum. The image captures the bulb, leaves, and purplish flower of this versatile plant. Handcolored with meticulous detail, this copperplate engraving is a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from the renowned "Medical Botany" publication in 1832. James Sowerby was an incredibly talented artist who dedicated his life to capturing the essence of plants through his illustrations. He contributed over 2,500 drawings for Smith's monumental work "English Botany" and created stunning depictions of mushrooms for "Coloured Figures of English Fungi". His tireless efforts have left a lasting impact on botanical art. The garlic depicted in this print holds not only aesthetic appeal but also medicinal properties. Known as an anthelmintic and clove-producing herb, it has been used for centuries in herbal medicine. This antique print serves as a testament to the rich history and significance of garlic as a medicinal plant. Dating back to the 19th century in England, this botanical plate offers us a glimpse into natural history during that time period. It is a valuable piece that combines scientific accuracy with artistic flair. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable artwork through their Fine Art Finder collection. By showcasing prints like these, they allow us to appreciate both the scientific value and artistic beauty found within botanical illustrations from centuries past.
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