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Seliguea feei fern
Seliguea feei fern. Selliguea del Fee, Selliguea fei. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Corsi, drawn by Jean Gabriel Pretre and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century
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1837 Agate Antoine Delle Dictionary Dizionario Fern Florence Francois Geode Geology Jussieu Laurent Mineral Naturali Nodule Pierre Precious Scienze Stipple Turpin Ovoid
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This stunning handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving depicts the Seliguea feei fern, also known as Selliguea del Fee or Selliguea fei. The image is taken from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, or Dictionary of Natural Science, published in Florence, Italy, in 1837. The illustration was engraved by Corsi, with drawings by Jean Gabriel Pretre and direction by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin. Turpin (1775-1840) was a renowned French botanical illustrator of the 19th century, known for his meticulous attention to detail and naturalistic style. This particular illustration showcases the Seliguea feei fern's delicate fronds, which are characterized by their pinnate structure and intricate veining. The background of the print features an agate nodule, a type of geological formation known for its concentric layers and ovoid shape. Agates are often found as gemstones and can exhibit various colors and patterns. The inclusion of this mineral nodule adds an interesting contrast to the organic form of the fern, highlighting the interconnectedness of the natural world. The Seliguea feei fern is a marine fern, meaning it thrives in aquatic environments. It is native to the Indian Ocean and Red Sea regions. The scientific name "Selliguea feei" honors the French botanist Jacques Denis Choisy, who discovered the species, and the Italian botanist Giuseppe Raddi, who described it. This beautiful and intricate illustration is a testament to the artistry and scientific precision of the time, providing a window into the natural world of the past.
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