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Sacred lotus flower, Nelumbo nucifera
Sacred lotus flower, Nelumbo nucifera, in the water. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst, London, 1816
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts the sacred lotus flower, Nelumbo nucifera, gracefully floating on the tranquil surface of the water. The lotus is a magnificent aquatic perennial plant native to Asia and Egypt, and is considered one of the most sacred and iconic symbols in various ancient cultures. The intricate details of the lotus flower are beautifully rendered in this engraving, with its large, radiant petals unfurling from the central bud, revealing its distinctive, golden stamen and stigma. The lotus leaves, which are also shown in the image, are large, circular, and covered in tiny, microscopic bumps that provide excellent buoyancy, allowing the plant to thrive in shallow waters. This engraving is an illustration from Richard Duppa's seminal work, "The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany," published by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme, and Brown in London in 1816. Duppa was a renowned botanical artist and illustrator of his time, and his meticulous illustrations were instrumental in advancing the scientific understanding of plant taxonomy. The sacred lotus holds immense cultural and spiritual significance in various Eastern religions, particularly in Hinduism and Buddhism, where it is believed to represent purity, enlightenment, and rebirth. The lotus flower is also known by other names, including the Indian lotus, the Egyptian lotus, and the sacred water lily. This image of the sacred lotus flower is a testament to the beauty and intricacy of nature, and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the natural world around us.
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