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Tree cotton, Gossypium arboreum
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Tree cotton, Gossypium arboreum
Tree cotton, Gossypium arboreum, Cotoninier. Handcoloured steel engraving by Debray after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871. Tree cotton, Gossypium arboreum, Cotoninier. Handcoloured steel engraving by Debray after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871
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Agricoles Arboreum Cotton Debray Dupuis Edouard Forestieres Francois Gerard Gossypium Herincq Maubert Oscar Pierre Planets Regne Reveil Vegetal
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This exquisite hand-colored steel engraving depicts the Tree Cotton, or Gossypium arboreum, also known as the Cotton Tree or Cotonnier. The image is based on a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert and was created through the meticulous process of steel engraving by Debray. The engraving is a part of the comprehensive work "La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres" published by Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard, and Francois Herincqs between 1864 and 1871. The Tree Cotton is a unique species of cotton that grows as a tree, unlike the more commonly known upland cotton which grows as a shrub. The tree can reach heights of up to 15 meters and bears cotton bolls in its branches. The fibers obtained from the Tree Cotton are longer and stronger than those of upland cotton, making it a valuable resource for textile production. The intricate details of the Tree Cotton's leaves, flowers, and bolls are beautifully captured in this engraving, providing a stunning representation of this botanical marvel. The hand-coloring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a true work of art. This engraving is a testament to the dedication and expertise of the botanical illustrators and engravers of the 19th century, who meticulously documented the natural world for scientific and artistic purposes.
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