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Pale flax, Linum angustifolium
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Pale flax, Linum angustifolium
Pale flax, Linum angustifolium. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1797
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Flax Linum Pale Sowerby Angustifolium Smith
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This stunning hand-coloured copperplate engraving depicts the delicate beauty of Pale Flax, Linum angustifolium, a native plant of Europe, particularly prevalent in the British Isles. The intricate detail in this botanical illustration, created by James Sowerby and published in James Smith's English Botany in 1797, showcases the slender, blue-violet flowers and narrow, linear leaves that characterize this species. Pale Flax, also known as Common Flax or Narrow-leaved Flax, is a herbaceous plant that typically grows in open, grassy areas, meadows, and along roadsides. It is an important plant in natural history, as it was once a significant source of fiber for linen production. The plant's fibers, obtained from the stem, were used to create linen cloth, which was a staple fabric in Europe for centuries. The botanical illustration captures the plant in its full glory, with each petal and vein meticulously rendered in color. The background, adorned with various other flora, adds to the overall aesthetic appeal of the print. This engraving is not only a testament to the artistic skills of James Sowerby but also a valuable record of the natural history of Pale Flax, providing insight into the plant's appearance and characteristics during the late 18th century.
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