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Muskroot, Adoxa moschatellina
Muskroot, Adoxa moschatellina, Tetragynia, flower 1 and pistilla 2, 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis Lectures on Botany, as delivered in the Botanic Garden at Lambeth, 1805
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the intricate beauty of Muskroot, Adoxa moschatellina, also known as Tetragynia, as illustrated by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis' Lectures on Botany, delivered at the Botanic Garden in Lambeth, London, in 1805. The illustration was expertly engraved by F. Sansom. Muskroot is a small, herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. Its delicate white flowers, depicted in the foreground of the image, bloom in clusters and emit a sweet, musky fragrance. The pistils of the flower, which are essential for pollination and seed production, are depicted in detail in the background of the image. Sydenham Edwards (1769-1815) was a renowned botanical artist and illustrator who produced some of the most beautiful and accurate botanical illustrations of his time. His work was published in various botanical journals and books, including Curtis' Botanical Magazine, which was founded by William Curtis in 1787. Curtis' Lectures on Botany were a series of public lectures delivered at the Botanic Garden in Lambeth, which aimed to educate the public about the natural world. The lectures covered a wide range of botanical topics, from the classification of plants to their medicinal uses. This beautiful engraving is a testament to the high-quality illustrations produced during this period of botanical exploration and discovery. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this hand-colored copperplate engraving make it a stunning addition to any botanical collection or display. It is a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the natural world and the important role that botanical illustration played in documenting and preserving it for future generations.
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