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Sea lavender, Limonium sinuatum
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Sea lavender, Limonium sinuatum
Sea lavender, Limonium sinuatum (Purple-cup t statice or thrift, Statice sinuata). Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1789
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Curtis Edwards Gardening Horticulture Lavender Limonium Sinuata Sowerby Statice Sydenham Thrift
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the beautiful Sea Lavender, Limonium sinuatum, also known as Purple-cup Statice or Thrift, Sinuata. The illustration was created by the renowned botanical artist James Sowerby and published in William Curtis's The Botanical Magazine in 1789. The engraving was produced by Sydenham Edwards, further adding to its historical significance. The Sea Lavender is a charming, low-growing plant native to the shores of the North Atlantic and the Mediterranean. Its delicate, lavender-colored flowers bloom in dense clusters, creating a stunning display against the backdrop of sandy beaches and rocky shores. The plant's leaves are narrow and linear, with a silvery sheen, adding to its distinctive appearance. The botanical illustration captures the Sea Lavender's intricate details with remarkable accuracy, from the veining on its leaves to the delicate fringes of its flowers. The hand-coloring adds a vibrant and lifelike quality to the image, making it a true masterpiece of botanical art. The Botanical Magazine, published by William Curtis, was a pioneering publication in the field of botanical illustration. Its high-quality engravings and meticulously researched descriptions helped to advance the scientific understanding of plants and their classification during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This Sea Lavender engraving is a testament to the extraordinary skill and dedication of its creators and remains an enduring work of botanical art.
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