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Prickly thrift, Acantholimon glumaceum
Prickly thrift, Acantholimon glumaceum. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe, Ghent, Belgium, 1851
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Flore Hothouses Houtte Jardins Lemaire Leurope Prickly Serres Thrift
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Prickly Thrift: Acantholimon glumaceum, a Stunning Botanical Illustration from the Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l'Europe This exquisite handcoloured lithograph depicts the Prickly Thrift, Acantholimon glumaceum, a beautiful and intriguing plant from the rocky slopes of the Mediterranean region. The illustration is taken from the prestigious horticultural publication, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l'Europe, produced by the renowned Belgian botanists Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire in 1851. The Prickly Thrift is a small, succulent plant, covered in fine, sharp hairs, giving it a prickly texture. Its delicate, pink-tinged flowers bloom in late spring, adding a splash of colour to the rocky terrain. The plant's leaves are grey-green, narrow, and fleshy, adapted to store water in arid conditions. The botanical illustration showcases the plant in all its glory, with meticulous attention to detail. The intricate veining on the leaves, the delicate petals of the flower, and the fine hairs covering the plant are all rendered in stunning detail. The use of handcolouring adds an extra layer of depth and vibrancy to the illustration, making it a true work of art. The Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l'Europe was a groundbreaking publication, featuring over 1,500 botanical illustrations of plants from Europe and beyond. The publication was produced using the chromolithography technique, which allowed for high-quality, detailed illustrations that were both accurate and aesthetically pleasing. The result was a stunning collection of botanical illustrations that remain a source of inspiration and fascination to this day. This Prickly Thrift illustration is a testament to the skill and dedication of Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire, who spent years documenting and illustrating the plants of their time. It is a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the natural world and the importance of preserving and celebrating it through art and science.
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