Golden dew drop, Duranta erecta, native to the Americas
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Golden dew drop, Duranta erecta, native to the Americas
Golden dew drop, Duranta erecta, native to the Americas.. Handcolored stipple copperplate engraving by Barrois from a botanical illustration by Pancrace Bessa from Mordant de Launays Herbier General de l Amateur, Audot, Paris, 1820
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Botanicalillustration Herbiergeneraldelamateur Mordantdelaunay Pancracebessa Stipple
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1. Title: "Golden Dew Drop: A Vibrant Expression of the Americas - A Botanical Marvel from the Past" This exquisite handcolored stipple copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of the Golden Dew Drop, or Duranta erecta, a native plant of the Americas. The illustration, created by the skilled botanical artist Pancrace Bessa, was published in Mordant de Launay's Herbier General de l'Amateur in Paris, 1820. The Golden Dew Drop is a captivating flower, characterized by its radiant golden hue and delicate, star-shaped petals. The intricate details of its structure are masterfully captured in this engraving, with each petal's veins and the delicate filaments of its stamens meticulously rendered. The background, adorned with lush foliage, further emphasizes the flower's vibrant presence. Stipple engraving, a technique that involves the application of small dots of ink to create tonal variations, was the preferred method for botanical illustrations during the 18th and 19th centuries. This technique allowed for a high level of detail and precision, making it ideal for capturing the intricacies of botanical subjects. The Golden Dew Drop was a popular ornamental plant in European gardens during the 19th century, and its inclusion in botanical publications like Mordant de Launay's Herbier General de l'Amateur served to spread knowledge and appreciation for this exotic American beauty. Today, this engraving serves as a reminder of the rich history of botanical exploration and the enduring allure of the natural world. This stunning image invites us to reflect on the beauty and diversity of the plant kingdom, as well as the remarkable achievements of the botanical illustrators and engravers of the past. The Golden Dew Drop, with its radiant golden hue and delicate, star-shaped petals, continues to captivate and inspire us, a testament to the enduring allure of the natural world.
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