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Male polypody fern, Polypodium filix mas
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Male polypody fern, Polypodium filix mas
5856777 Male polypody fern, Polypodium filix mas by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Male polypody fern, Polypodium filix mas. 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 Copperplate Fern Frond Handcolored Herbal Hooker Jackson James Medicinal Root Sowerby William Without People Woodville Britisch Britisch Natural Sciences Polypodium Polypody Tapeworm Vermifuge Without Anyone
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This print showcases a male polypody fern, scientifically known as Polypodium filix mas. The intricate details of this botanical illustration are brought to life through the handcolored copperplate engraving by James Sowerby, a renowned artist from the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The frond and root of the fern are beautifully depicted in this artwork, highlighting its unique characteristics. Not only is this fern visually stunning, but it also possesses medicinal properties. It was traditionally used as a vermifuge, specifically for treating tapeworm infestations. Dating back to 1832, this antique print originates from William Woodville and Sir William Jackson Hooker's "Medical Botany". Sowerby's tireless dedication to botanical illustrations is evident in his vast body of work that includes over 2,500 plants for Smith's monumental "English Botany" and numerous mushrooms for "Coloured Figures of English Fungi". This print serves as a window into the natural history of England during the 19th century. It offers an opportunity to appreciate not only the beauty of nature but also the scientific exploration that took place during that era. With its rich historical significance and artistic excellence, this image transports us back in time while reminding us of nature's wonders.
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