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Billbergia amoena
Billbergia amoena (Tillandsia amoena). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke after George Loddiges from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1817
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1. Title: Billbergia amoena - A Stunning Handcoloured Copperplate Engraving from the Loddiges Botanical Cabinet Billbergia amoena, also known as Tillandsia amoena, is a beautiful epiphytic bromeliad native to South America. This exquisite plant is showcased in this handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke, created after the original drawing by George Loddiges for Conrad Loddiges' Botanical Cabinet in Hackney, London, published in 1817. The intricate details of the Billbergia amoena's vibrant inflorescence are expertly captured in this illustration. The engraving process involved creating an etched design on a copper plate, which was then inked and hand-coloured to bring the botanical subject to life. The result is a stunning, highly-detailed representation of the plant, with each petal, vein, and texture rendered with precision and care. The Billbergia amoena is known for its rosette of fleshy, green leaves, which form a cup that collects water and debris. The plant's inflorescence is a spectacular display of bright red bracts and vivid yellow flowers, which bloom in the summer months. This engraving provides a fascinating glimpse into the botanical world of the early 19th century, showcasing the intricacies and beauty of the natural world as observed and documented by skilled botanical artists and engravers. This handcoloured copperplate engraving is a testament to the artistry and dedication of the Loddiges family, who were renowned for their botanical illustrations and horticultural expertise during the Victorian era. The engraving is a valuable historical record of the Billbergia amoena and a stunning work of art in its own right.
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