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Carpinus betulus, hornbeam
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Carpinus betulus, hornbeam
Sketch 244 from the Ehret Collection of Sketches (unbound) by Georg Dionysius Ehret (1708-1770). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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18th Century Betulaceae Ehret Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Fagales Georg Dionysius Georg Dionysius Ehret Hornbeam Rosid Angiospermae Carpinus Carpinus Betulus Common Hornbeam Dicot Dicotyledon European Hornbeam Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite sketch, Carpinus betulus or Common Hornbeam (Sketch 244), is a captivating illustration from the extensive Ehret Collection of Sketches, unbound, created by the renowned German botanical artist, Georg Dionysius Ehret (1708-1770). Held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, this drawing showcases Ehret's masterful artistry and his profound understanding of the natural world. The Common Hornbeam, a member of the Betulaceae family and the Fagales order, is an essential tree species native to Europe. As an angiosperm, dicot, and eudicot, it belongs to the Magnoliophyta division, which includes all flowering plants. The tree is characterized by its distinctive, alternate, serrated leaves, which are arranged in a rosette at the base and form a dense canopy when mature. The flowers of the Common Hornbeam are monoecious, meaning they bear both male and female flowers on the same tree. Ehret's intricate and detailed sketch of the Common Hornbeam's flowers, leaves, and overall structure highlights the tree's unique features and beauty. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the delicate veining on the leaves, the precise rendering of the flower structures, and the subtle shading that brings the sketch to life. As a significant figure in the history of botanical illustration, Ehret's work continues to inspire and captivate audiences today. This stunning sketch of the Common Hornbeam is a testament to his artistic talent and his profound connection to the natural world.
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