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Javillo or antidote caccoon, Fevillea cordifolia
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Javillo or antidote caccoon, Fevillea cordifolia
Javillo or antidote caccoon, Fevillea cordifolia. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Torquati, 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 Commun Cordifolia Delle Dictionary Dizionario Edible Exotic Florence Francois Indica Jussieu Mangifera Mango Naturali Pierre Scienze Section Stipple Turpin Vegetable Verico Antidote
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This stunning handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving depicts the Javillo or Antidote Caccoon, scientifically known as Fevillea cordifolia. The image is taken from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, or Dictionary of Natural Sciences, published in Florence, Italy, in 1837. The illustration was drawn and directed by the renowned French botanical illustrator Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin (1775-1840), and engraved by Torquati. The Javillo, also known as the Antidote Caccoon or Common Mango, is a tropical tree belonging to the mango family, Mangifera indica. The fruit of the tree, which is not to be confused with the common mango, is oval in shape and has a thick, green rind with a red blush. The fruit sections are fleshy and contain a single seed. The Javillo was highly prized in the 19th century for its medicinal properties, as its sap was believed to have antidotal qualities. The tree was also cultivated for its edible fruit, which was considered a delicacy in some regions. This exquisite illustration showcases the intricate details of the Javillo fruit, with its textured surface and vibrant colors brought to life through the meticulous handcoloring technique. Turpin's masterful use of stipple engraving adds depth and dimension to the image, making it a true work of art. The Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali was a groundbreaking publication that showcased the natural wonders of the world, and this illustration of the Javillo is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world that was captured by Jussieu, Turpin, and their collaborators.
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