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Agelaea pentagyna
Agelaea pentagyna. Connarus pentagynus, Connaire a cinq styles. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Victoire Plee, drawn and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century
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1837 Antoine Delle Dictionary Dizionario Edible Florence Francois Jussieu Laurent Naturali Oxalis Pierre Scienze Sorrel Stipple Turpin Vegetable Violacea Violet
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This stunning handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving depicts Agelaea pentagyna, also known as Connarus pentagynus, Connarus a cinq styles, or Pavonazza, a vibrant and intriguing plant in the family Connaraceae. The illustration is taken from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, or Dictionary of Natural Science, published in Florence, Italy, in 1837. Agelaea pentagyna, native to Central and South America, is characterized by its distinctive violet-colored wood, which is reminiscent of sorrel, wood violet, or oxalis. The plant produces small, violacea flowers and edible, oval-shaped fruits. The illustration was engraved by Victoire Plee, under the direction of the renowned French botanical illustrator Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin (1775-1840). Turpin is considered one of the greatest botanical illustrators of the 19th century, known for his meticulous attention to detail and exceptional artistic skill. The engraving was published by Batelli e Figli. The Agelaea pentagyna was a subject of great interest in botanical circles during the 19th century due to its unique characteristics and beautiful appearance. This exquisite illustration provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the past, showcasing the intricacies of the plant and the remarkable artistry of Turpin and Plee.
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