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Curled-leaved tritonia with crimson and white
Curled-leaved tritonia with crimson and white flowers, native of South Africa, Tritonia crispa.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards from William Curtiss Botanical Magazine 1803
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Media ID 14199960
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1803 Crispa Curled Curtis Edwards Leaved Sydenham Tritonia
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the enchanting Curled-leaved Tritonia greeting card from Media Storehouse's Botanical Beauties collection. This exquisite design showcases the captivating Curled-leaved Tritonia (Tritonia crispa), a native of South Africa, with its stunning crimson and white blooms. This card features a handcolored copperplate engraving from a rare botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards, taken from William's botanical publication. Add a touch of natural elegance and charm to your correspondence with this beautiful, one-of-a-kind greeting card from Media Storehouse.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the captivating beauty of the Curled-leaved Tritonia with its crimson and white flowers, native to South Africa. Tritonia crispa, as it is scientifically known, is a rare and striking member of the Iridaceae family. The intricate details of the plant's curled leaves and vibrant blooms are masterfully captured in this botanical illustration, created by the renowned botanical artist Sydenham Edwards. The illustration was published in the esteemed Botanical Magazine, edited by William Curtis, in 1803. Curtis was a pioneer in the field of botanical illustration, and his publication was instrumental in documenting and disseminating knowledge of exotic plants from around the world. This particular engraving represents an important historical record of the Curled-leaved Tritonia, which was relatively unknown in Europe at the time. The meticulous process of creating this engraving involved the painstaking transfer of Edwards' original watercolor drawing onto a copper plate, which was then etched and inked before being pressed onto paper. The resulting image is a stunning testament to the artistry and scientific precision of the time. The Curled-leaved Tritonia continues to captivate botanists and gardeners alike with its unique beauty and rarity. This engraving serves as a reminder of the rich history of botanical exploration and the enduring allure of the natural world.
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