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Acacia leiocalyx (Leguminosae) - Plate 91, Banks Florilegium, c.1771-84 (copperplate engraving on paper)
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Acacia leiocalyx (Leguminosae) - Plate 91, Banks Florilegium, c.1771-84 (copperplate engraving on paper)
7430265 Acacia leiocalyx (Leguminosae) - Plate 91, Banks Florilegium, c.1771-84 (copperplate engraving on paper) by Banks, Joseph (1743-1820); 46x31 cm; Alecto Historical Editions, London, UK; (add.info.: Line engraving by Daniel MacKenzie, after Sydney Parkinson (1770) and Frederick Polydore Nodder (1781)
Joseph Banks and his party saw this species at: Bustard Bay, Australia (22 May - 24 May 1770) Botany Bay, Australia (28 April - 6 May 1770) This subspecies is restricted to the Hervey Bay area of Queensland and it was only the chance anchoring of the Endeavour here that led Parkinson to sketch the plant in 1770. It was not recognised as distinct until 1978.); Alecto Historical Editions
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This print showcases Acacia leiocalyx, a species of plant belonging to the Leguminosae family. The image is a copperplate engraving on paper, created by Joseph Banks between 1771 and 1784 as part of his renowned work, Banks' Florilegium. Measuring 46x31 cm, this historical edition was skillfully engraved by Daniel MacKenzie after Sydney Parkinson and Frederick Polydore Nodder's original sketches. Banks encountered this particular subspecies during his explorations in Australia. It was first observed at Bustard Bay from May 22nd to May 24th in 1770, followed by another sighting at Botany Bay from April 28th to May 6th of the same year. Interestingly, it wasn't until much later in history that this subspecies was recognized as distinct; specifically in the year 1978. The enchanting beauty of this Acacia leiocalyx print lies not only in its vibrant colors but also in its significance within botanical history. Its depiction serves as a testament to the meticulous observations made during scientific expeditions centuries ago. Displayed here courtesy of Alecto Historical Editions based in London, UK, this artwork transports us back to the early days of natural sciences and exploration. With its intricate details and lush greenery captured on paper, it invites us into the world of plants and vegetation found across Australia's diverse landscapes.
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