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Purple orchid, Orchis mascula, and sedge grass, Carex hirta
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Purple orchid, Orchis mascula, and sedge grass, Carex hirta
Purple orchid, Orchis mascula, Gynandria, 1-3, and sedge grass, Carex hirta, Monoecia, 4-6. 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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Carex Curtis Edwards Hirta Lectures Mascula Orchid Orchis Purple Register Sedge Sydenham
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by F. Sansom after a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards, showcases two distinct yet harmoniously paired natural wonders: the Purple Orchid, Orchis mascula, and the Sedge Grass, Carex hirta. The Purple Orchid, also known as Gynandria, is a beautiful ephemeral plant, characterized by its tall spike of purple-tinged flowers. The intricate details of its petals and sepals are masterfully captured in this engraving, revealing the delicate balance of nature's design. Nestled among the Orchid's elegant blooms are the humble Sedge Grasses, Carex hirta, also known as Monoecia. These grasses add a textural contrast to the ethereal beauty of the Orchid, their slender stalks and tiny flowers adding a grounding element to the composition. The careful observation and meticulous rendering of these plants by Sydenham Edwards and F. Sansom serve as a testament to the natural world's intricacy and the artists' dedication to capturing its essence. This botanical illustration was produced as part of William Curtis' Lectures on Botany, delivered at the Botanic Garden in Lambeth in 1805. The Lectures aimed to educate and inspire an appreciation for the natural world, and this engraving is a stunning example of the beautiful and intricate details that could be discovered through careful observation and dedication. The use of hand-coloring further enhances the vibrancy and richness of the illustration, making it a true work of art.
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