Curtis Collection (page 6)

Aethephyllum pinnatifidum (Jagged-leaved fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum pinnatifidum). Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine

Winged passionflower, Passiflora alata. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Entire-leaved clematis or virgins bower, Clematis integrifolia. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Tawny day-lily, Hemerocallis fulva. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Wild strawberry, Fragaria vesca (One-leaved strawberry or strawberry of Versailles, Fragaria monophylla). Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The

Woad-leaved centaurea, Centaurea glastifolia. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Turkish iris, Iris orientalis (Tall iris, Iris ochroleuca). Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Sweet pea or vetchling, Lathyrus odoratus. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Two-coloured fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum bicolorum. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Spurious iris, Iris spuria. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Eastern poppy, Papaver orientale. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Spear-leaved geranium, Geranium lanceolatum. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Striped geranium, Geranium versicolor (Geranium striatum). Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Snowdrop anemony, Anemone sylvestris. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Woolly cineraria, Cineraria lanata. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Large-flowered gentian or gentianella, Gentiana acaulis. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Siberian iris, Iris sibirica. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Alpine soldanella, Soldanella alpina. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1786

Reflexed daffodil, Narcissus triandrus. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Jacobean lily or Aztec lily, Sprekelia formosissima (Jacobean amaryllis, Amaryllis formosissima). Handcolured copperplate engraving

Spring snowflake, Leucojum vernum. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Spring crocus, Crocus vernus. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Persian cyclamen, Cyclamen persicum. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Hoary cistus or rose cistus, Cistus incanus. Handcolured copperplate engraving and botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Rose camellia, Camellia japonica. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Pinnated slipper-wort, Calceolaria pinnata. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Toadshade or sessile trillium, Trillium sessile. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London

Franklins tartar, scarlet bizarre carnation, Dianthus caryophyllus. Handcolured copperplate engraving by James Sowerby after a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards from William Curtis The

Common laurustinus, Viburnum tinus. Handcolured copperplate engraving and botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Orphium frutescens (Shrubby chironia, Chironia frutescens). Handcolured copperplate engraving and botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh

Climbing snapdragon vine, Lophospermum scandens. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Swan after an lllustration by Walter Hood Fitch from William Jackson Hookers Botanical Magazine, London, 1838

Orange lily, Lilium bulbiferum. Handcolured copperplate engraving and botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

European umbrella milkwort, Tolpis barbata (Bearded crepis or purple-eyed succory hawkweed, Crepis barbata). Handcolured copperplate engraving

Jamaican forget-me-not, amethyst flower, or bush violet, Browallia americana (Tall browallia, Browallia elata). Handcolured copperplate engraving

Felicia tenella (Bristly-leav d aster, Aster tenellus). Handcolured copperplate engraving and botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh

Hatchet-leav d fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum dolabriforme. Handcolured copperplate engraving and botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh

Common jasmine or jessamine, Jasminum officinale. Handcolured copperplate engraving and botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Chalcedonian lily, Lilium chalcedonicum. Handcolured copperplate engraving and botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787

Caper bush or caper shrub, Capparis spinosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1795

Sweet-scented reseda or mignonette, Reseda odorata. Handcolured copperplate engraving and botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London

Narrow-leaved convolvulus, Convolvulus linearis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1795

Fringed-leaved passionflower, Passiflora ciliata. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1795

White fan-flower, Scaevola albida (Smooth goodenia, Goodenia laevigata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1795

Great-flowered portlandia, Portlandia grandiflora. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1795

Sweetest jasmine, Jasminum odoratissimum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Sansom after an illustration by Sydenham Edwards from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1794

Ever-blooming rose, Rosa chinensis var. semperflorens
Ever-blowing rose, Rosa chinensis var. semperflorens (Rosa semperflorens). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1794

Allegheny monkeyflower, Mimulus ringens
Allegheny monkeyflower or narrow-leaved monkey flower, Mimulus ringens. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1794

Alpine sainfoin, Hedysarum hedysaroides (Creeping rooted hedysarum, Hedysarum obscurum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Sansom after an illustration by Sydenham Edwards from William Curtis

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"Curtis: A Journey Through Time and Artistry" Step into the world of Curtis, where history, culture, and nature intertwine to create a captivating narrative. From the mesmerizing artwork of Alan John Ainsworth depicting Curtis Steigers in 2014 to Edward S. Curtis' iconic photograph of Cheyenne Chief Two Moons in 1910, this collection takes us on an exploration through time. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Native American tribes as we encounter Sitting Bear - Arikara by John Andrew & Son in 1908 and witness six tribal chiefs adorned in ceremonial attire captured by Edward S. Curtis himself around 1900. Each image tells a story of resilience, strength, and tradition that continues to inspire generations. But our journey doesn't stop there; it transcends boundaries into the glitz and glamour of Hollywood with a publicity still from Billy Wilder's timeless film "Some Like It Hot" (1959). As we marvel at the talent behind the camera, we also delve into nature's wonders – from vibrant dahlias to Oregon grape and bearded ladies slipper orchids – reminding us of Earth's breathtaking beauty. The allure extends further as we encounter unique species like Gryllotalpa gryllotalpa or mole cricket alongside majestic plants such as Male Shield ferns and Horn-bearing datura. And just when you think you've seen it all, behold the awe-inspiring Double coconut palm tree found only on Seychelles-Island. Curtis invites us to appreciate artistry across various mediums while celebrating diversity both within cultures and ecosystems alike. So join us on this extraordinary voyage through time, where each image unveils a new chapter filled with wonderment and discovery.