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Contrajerva, Dorstenia contrajerva. Handcoloured woodblock engravings from James Main's Popular Botany, Orr and Smith, London, 1835. James Main (1775-1846) was a Scottish gardener, botanist and writer
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Contrajerva, Dorstenia contrajerva. Handcoloured woodblock engravings from James Main's Popular Botany, Orr and Smith, London, 1835. James Main (1775-1846) was a Scottish gardener, botanist and writer
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Botanist Gardener Herb James Main Medecine Medical Botany Pistil Popular Botany Stamen Useful Plant Woodblock Contrayerva
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This exquisite handcoloured woodblock engraving of Contrajerva, Dorstenia contrajerva from James Main's Popular Botany is a true masterpiece of botanical art. Created in 1835 by the Scottish gardener, botanist and writer James Main (1775-1846), this print captures the intricate details of this useful plant with stunning precision.
Contrajerva has long been valued for its medicinal properties, making it a subject of great interest to botanists and medical practitioners alike. The delicate stamen and pistil are beautifully depicted in this illustration, showcasing Main's skill as both an artist and a scientist.
The vibrant colors used in this handcoloured print bring the Contrajerva flower to life, making it appear almost three-dimensional on the page. Each petal and leaf is rendered with such care and attention to detail that one can almost imagine reaching out to touch them.
Main's dedication to his craft shines through in every aspect of this botanical illustration, from the composition to the execution. It serves as a testament to his passion for plants and his commitment to sharing their beauty with the world.
This print is not just a work of art; it is a window into the natural world, inviting us to marvel at the wonders of nature and appreciate the beauty that surrounds us.
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