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Tupistra squalida
Tupistra squalida. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke after an illustration by William Miller from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, London, 1821
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Cabinet Conrad Cooke Loddiges Miller Ambon Amboyna
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts Tupistra squalida, a rare and beautiful plant native to the Ambon Island in the Moluccas, Indonesia. The engraving is a masterpiece of botanical illustration, created by George Cooke based on an original drawing by William Miller and published in Conrad Loddiges' Botanical Cabinet in 1821. The Tupistra squalida, also known as the Ambon Tupistra or Amboyna Tupistra, is a small, herbaceous plant with elegant, lanceolate leaves and striking, nodding, bell-shaped flowers. The flowers are a captivating combination of white and pink, with a delicate fragrance that has been described as reminiscent of jasmine. The intricate details of the plant's veins, texture, and coloration are expertly captured in this engraving, making it a valuable addition to any botanical collection. The use of hand-coloring adds an extra layer of depth and vibrancy to the image, bringing the plant to life in a way that black-and-white illustrations cannot. Conrad Loddiges' Botanical Cabinet was a renowned publication that showcased the finest botanical specimens of the time, and this engraving of Tupistra squalida is a testament to the high-quality of the work produced by Loddiges and his collaborators. The publication of such detailed and accurate botanical illustrations was essential for the advancement of scientific knowledge and the exploration of new territories, and this engraving remains an important record of a fascinating and little-known plant species.
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