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Types of ferns and fern trees
West Indian treefern, Cyathea arborea, vine fern, Microgramma piloselloides 2, graceful fern, Niphidium crassifolium 3, coarse tassel fern, Huperzia phlegmaria 4, staghorn clubmoss, Lycopodiella cernua 5, water horsetail. Equisetum fluviatile, 6, Sphagnum latifolium 7. 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 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 Antoine Corsi Delle Dictionary Dizionario Edible Fern Ferns Florence Francois Jussieu Laurent Lotus Lutea Luteum Naturali Nelumbo Pierre Scienze Stipple Turpin Vegetable Giallo Nelumbium
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving, titled "Types of Ferns and Fern Trees," is a captivating illustration from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's "Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali" or "Dictionary of Natural Sciences," published in Florence, Italy, in 1837. The illustration was drawn and directed by the renowned French botanical illustrator, Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin (1775-1840), and engraved by Corsi. The illustration showcases an exquisite collection of various ferns and fern trees, including the West Indian treefern (Cyathea arborea), vine fern (Tympanocarpon reptans), graceful fern (Polystichum munitum), Niphidium crassifolium, coarse tassel fern (Cyathea plicatula), Huperzia phlegmaria, staghorn clubmoss (Lycopodiella cernua), water horsetail (Equisetum fluviatile), and Sphagnum latifolium. Turpin, considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century, meticulously captured the intricate details and delicate beauty of each plant, resulting in a visually stunning and accurate representation. The hand-coloring adds an additional layer of depth and vibrancy to the illustration, making it a true masterpiece of botanical art. The presence of edible and vegetable plants, such as the yellow lotus (Nelumbo lutea), chinquapin (Castanea pumila), and American lotus (Nelumbium luteum), highlights the practical uses of these plants in nature. This illustration not only serves as a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the time but also offers a glimpse into the rich history of botany and the natural world.
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