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Slender-horned columbine, Aquilegia leptoceras
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Slender-horned columbine, Aquilegia leptoceras
Slender-horned columbine, Aquilegia leptoceras. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley, London, Ridgeway, 1847
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of the Slender-horned Columbine, Aquilegia leptoceras. The image, created by George Barclay after an original illustration by Miss Sarah Drake, was published in the esteemed Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley in London in 1847. The Slender-horned Columbine is a rare and striking flower, native to the mountainous regions of North America. Its delicate petals, which come in shades of pink, purple, and white, are adorned with intricate, slender horns that curve gracefully upwards. These unique features give the flower its distinctive appearance and have earned it a place among the most beautiful and sought-after columbines. The meticulous attention to detail in this engraving captures the essence of the Slender-horned Columbine's ethereal beauty, inviting the viewer to appreciate the delicate balance of nature and art. Miss Sarah Drake, the talented artist behind the original illustration, expertly captured the delicate details of the flower, from the subtle veining on its petals to the intricate patterns on its stems. George Barclay's skillful engraving brings her vision to life, preserving the Slender-horned Columbine's beauty for generations to come.
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