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Brunonia australis, blue pincushion
Brunonia australis, blue pincushion - Blue Pincushion (Brunonia australis) Coloured copper engraving by Ferdinand Bauer based on a watercolour by his own hand, 1813-14. Ferdinand Bauer, Illustrationes Florae Novae Hollandiae, London, 1813-14, t. 10, Botany Library
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This stunning coloured copper engraving depicts the Blue Pincushion (Brunonia australis), a unique and captivating plant native to Western Australia. The illustration was created by the renowned Austrian artist Ferdinand Bauer, based on his own watercolour painting, between 1813 and 1814. The artwork is part of the comprehensive series "Illustrationes Florae Novae Hollandiae," published in London. Bauer's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the Blue Pincushion's delicate petals, which unfurl in a beautiful shade of blue, and its distinctive, spherical, pincushion-like inflorescence. The plant's leaves are depicted as narrow, lanceolate, and serrated, adding to its distinctive appearance. The Blue Pincushion is a rare and endemic species found in the south-west of Western Australia, growing in sandy soils and heathlands. It is a valuable addition to the botanical world, with its unique beauty and intriguing characteristics. This artwork, a testament to Bauer's artistic mastery and his keen observation skills, provides an invaluable record of the Blue Pincushion for future generations. It is a reminder of the rich natural diversity of Western Australia and the importance of preserving and celebrating its unique flora. Bauer's Blue Pincushion illustration is a must-see for anyone with an interest in botanical art, Australian flora, or the natural world. Its exquisite detail and captivating subject matter make it a true masterpiece that continues to inspire and delight.
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