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Witch elder, Fothergilla gardenii
Witch elder, Fothergilla gardenii. Fothergilla alnifolia, Fotergilla a foglie d ontano. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Stanghi, 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 Delle Dictionary Dizionario Edible Elder Florence Francois Indica Jussieu Laurent Naturali Nepenthes Pierre Pitcher Scienze Stanghi Stipple Tropical Turpin Vegetable Witch
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving depicts Fothergilla gardenii, also known as Witch Elder or Dwarf Fothergilla, a tropical plant native to the southeastern United States. The illustration is taken from Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, or Dictionary of Natural Sciences, published in Florence, Italy, in 1837. The illustration was engraved by Stanghi, under the direction of the renowned French botanical illustrator Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin (1775-1840). Turpin is celebrated as one of the greatest botanical illustrators of the 19th century, known for his meticulous attention to detail and exceptional artistic skill. Fothergilla gardenii is a small, evergreen shrub that produces clusters of white, fragrant flowers in the spring. The plant is named for its resemblance to the elder tree, which was believed to have magical properties in folklore. The illustration shows the plant in full bloom, with its delicate flowers and glossy leaves. In the background of the engraving, there are hints of other exotic plants, including what appears to be a Nepenthes pitcher plant and a Nephrolepis fern. These additions serve to emphasize the tropical setting of the scene and the diversity of the natural world. The engraving is a testament to the beauty and intricacy of the natural world, as well as the skill and artistry of the illustrator and engraver. It offers a glimpse into the past, when natural history was a burgeoning field and the study of plants was a source of fascination and wonder.
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