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Nectarium of the aconite 1, 3, columbine 2
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Nectarium of the aconite 1, 3, columbine 2
Nectarium of the aconite 1, 3, columbine 2, 4, snowdrop 5, hellebore 6 and willow 7.. Handcoloured copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtiss Lectures on Botany, as delivered in the Botanic Garden at Lambeth, 1805. Edwards (1768-1819) was the artist of thousands of botanical plates for Curtis Botanical Magazine and his own Botanical Register
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1805 Aconite Aconitum Aquilegia Columbine Curtis Edwards Galanthus Hellebore Helleborus Lambeth Lectures Salix Snowdrop Sydenham Willow
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving showcases a vibrant arrangement of six different botanical specimens, beautifully illustrated by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis' Lectures on Botany, delivered at the Botanic Garden in Lambeth, England, in 1805. Edwards, a prolific artist, created thousands of botanical plates for both the Curtis Botanical Magazine and his own Botanical Register. The centerpiece of this illustration is the Nectarium of Aconite, with Aconitum 1 and 3 depicted in all their intricate glory. The Aconite, also known as Monkshood, is a highly poisonous plant with distinctive hooded flowers. Surrounding the Aconites are the elegant Columbines, Aquilegia 2 and 4, with their unique nectar spurs and intricate petal patterns. The Snowdrop, Galanthus, is shown in the foreground, its pure white flowers a harbinger of spring. In the background, the Hellebore, Helleborus, with its large, glossy leaves and bell-shaped flowers, adds depth and texture to the composition. Lastly, the Willow, Salix, with its graceful branches and heart-shaped leaves, provides a natural backdrop to the other specimens. This historical botanical illustration, with its intricate details and vibrant colours, is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, as well as the skill and artistry of Sydenham Edwards and William Curtis.
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