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Scabious, Meadow Saxifrage, White Saxifrage
Scabious, Meadow Saxifrage, White Saxifrage. Coloured plate from Sir John Hill M.D. The Family Herbal (engraving?) Date: circa 1820
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1820 Herbal Meadow Saxifrage Scabious
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This coloured plate, titled "Scabious, Meadow Saxifrage, White Saxifrage," is an exquisite example of botanical illustration from Sir John Hill's esteemed publication, "The Family Herbal," circa 1820. Sir John Hill (1738-1813), a renowned British physician and botanist, dedicated his life to the study and documentation of medicinal plants. This plate, featuring three distinct species of Saxifrage and Scabious, showcases Hill's meticulous attention to detail and his deep understanding of the natural world. The plate includes an illustration of Scabious, characterized by its distinctive bell-shaped flowers and hairy stems. Adjacent to it, Meadow Saxifrage is depicted with its small, white flowers and creeping stems that root at the nodes. Lastly, White Saxifrage is illustrated with its white, star-shaped flowers and smooth, creeping stems. Each plant is rendered in stunning detail, with every vein and petal captured with precision. The intricate engraving technique used to create this plate adds to its allure, with the delicate lines and shading bringing the plants to life. The rich, vibrant colours further enhance the plate's beauty, making it a true testament to the art of botanical illustration during the 19th century. Sir John Hill's "The Family Herbal" was a groundbreaking work that aimed to provide an accurate record of medicinal plants and their uses. This plate, with its exquisite depiction of Scabious, Meadow Saxifrage, and White Saxifrage, is a testament to Hill's dedication and the remarkable advancements in botanical illustration during this period.
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