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Scarlet glory-tree, Clerodendrum splendens
Scarlet glory-tree, Clerodendrum splendens. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley, London, Ridgeway, 1842
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Barclay Clerodendron Drake Edwards Lindley Painter Register Sarah Scarlet Splendens Sydenham Clerodendrum Miss
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1. Title: "The Radiant Splendor of the Scarlet Glory-tree: A Botanical Ode to Clerodendron Splendens" 2. In this exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, the Scarlet Glory-tree, Clerodendron splendens, takes center stage, its vibrant beauty captured in intricate detail. The illustration, produced by the skilled hand of Miss Sarah Drake and masterfully engraved by George Barclay, was published in the esteemed Edwards Botanical Register, edited by the renowned botanist John Lindley in 1842. 3. The Scarlet Glory-tree, a native of Sri Lanka and South India, is renowned for its stunning, fiery-red inflorescences that cascade like a glorious waterfall from the branches. The tree's foliage is a lush, deep green, providing the perfect backdrop for its dazzling blooms. 4. Miss Sarah Drake, a talented female artist, expertly captured the tree's allure, meticulously rendering each petal, vein, and leaf in her illustration. Her artistry is further enhanced by the delicate hand-coloring, which brings the Scarlet Glory-tree to life with its rich, vibrant hues. 5. George Barclay, a skilled engraver, translated Miss Drake's illustration into this stunning copperplate engraving. The intricate lines and precise shading faithfully reproduce the original artwork, creating a work of art that is as much a testament to Barclay's skill as it is to Drake's talent. 6. The Scarlet Glory-tree was a popular ornamental plant in Victorian gardens, and this engraving would have graced the pages of horticultural journals and botanical records. Its allure extends beyond the garden, however, as this beautiful work of art stands as a testament to the natural world's splendor and the artistic prowess of the era's most skilled botanical illustrators and engravers. 7. The engraving's rich history and artistic merit make it an invaluable addition to any botanical collection, offering a glimpse into the past while celebrating the timeless beauty of the natural world.
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