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Hedwigia aquatica moss
Hedwigia aquatica moss. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Madame Massard, 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 Aquatica Delle Dictionary Dizionario Edible Florence Francois Jussieu Laurent Maxima Maximum Moss Naturali Palm Pierre Scienze Stipple Turpin Vegetable
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving depicts Hedwigia aquatica, also known as the floating moss or water moss. The image is taken from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, published in Florence, Italy, in 1837. The illustration was drawn and directed by the renowned French botanical illustrator Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, with engraving by Madame Massard and publication by Batelli e Figli. Hedwigia aquatica is a unique and fascinating moss that thrives in freshwater environments, such as ponds and slow-moving streams. It forms dense mats that can cover large surfaces, and its bright green color contrasts beautifully with the surrounding water. The moss is made up of small, flat, and elongated leafy branches, with tiny, star-shaped capsules that bear the spores. The engraving also shows several other plants in the vicinity, including a palm tree, a Geonoma maxima, and a Gynestum maximum. The palm tree is likely a representation of a water palm, while the Geonoma and Gynestum are both genera of palm-like plants. Turpin is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century, known for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the essence of the plants he depicted. His illustrations were widely used in scientific publications and helped advance the field of botany. This beautiful and intricate engraving not only showcases the beauty of Hedwigia aquatica but also provides a glimpse into the history of botany and the importance of accurate and detailed illustrations in scientific research.
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