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Foxglove, Digitalis purpurea, Didynamia, 1, 2, and ladys smock, Cardamine pratensis, Tetradynamia, 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis Lectures on Botany
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Foxglove, Digitalis purpurea, Didynamia, 1, 2, and ladys smock, Cardamine pratensis, Tetradynamia, 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis Lectures on Botany
FLO4610505 Foxglove, Digitalis purpurea, Didynamia, 1, 2, and ladys smock, Cardamine pratensis, Tetradynamia, 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis Lectures on Botany, as delivered in the Botanic Garden at Lambeth, 1805. by Edwards, Sydenham Teast (c.1768-1819); (add.info.: Foxglove, Digitalis purpurea, Didynamia, 1, 2, and ladys smock, Cardamine pratensis, Tetradynamia, 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis Lectures on Botany, as delivered in the Botanic Garden at Lambeth, 1805.); © Florilegius
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This print showcases a handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom, depicting a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis' Lectures on Botany. The artwork features two stunning plants: the Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) and the Ladys Smock (Cardamine pratensis). The Foxglove, with its vibrant purple hues, belongs to the Didynamia class of plants and is known for its bell-shaped flowers that attract bees and hummingbirds. Its medicinal properties have been recognized for centuries, particularly in treating heart conditions. On the other hand, the delicate Ladys Smock belongs to the Tetradynamia class and boasts beautiful pink petals. This wildflower can be found in damp meadows and is often associated with springtime. Sydenham Edwards' meticulous attention to detail brings these botanical wonders to life, capturing their intricate forms and colors with precision. The engraving perfectly highlights each plant's unique characteristics while showcasing nature's beauty. This enchanting artwork was originally created in 1805 as part of William Curtis' renowned Lectures on Botany series delivered at Lambeth's Botanic Garden. It has since become an iconic representation of 18th-century botanical art. Bridgeman Images presents this exquisite print from Fine Art Finder, allowing admirers of natural history and science to appreciate both the artistic skill involved in creating such illustrations as well as the scientific significance behind these remarkable plants.
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