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Pink swamp rose, Rosa pensylvanica (Rosa palustris)
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Pink swamp rose, Rosa pensylvanica (Rosa palustris)
Pink swamp rose, Rosa pensylvanica (Rosa palustris).. Handcolored copperplate botanical drawn, engraved and colored by Henry Charles Andrews for his Roses, a monograph on the genus Rosa, London, 1805. Andrews was an English botanist, artist and engraver who published the Botanists Repository from 1797 to 1812 and separate volumes on roses, geraniums and heaths
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate print showcases the enchanting Pink Swamp Rose, Rosa pensylvanica (Rosa palustris, also known as Swamp Rose or Virginia Rose), drawn, engraved, and colored by the renowned English botanist, artist, and engraver, Henry Charles Andrews. The image is taken from Andrews' seminal work, "Roses," a monograph on the genus Rosa, published in London in 1805. Andrews' masterful depiction of the Pink Swamp Rose captures its delicate beauty and unique characteristics. The rose is shown in full bloom, with its soft pink petals unfurled around an elegant, slender stem. The intricate veining and delicate texture of the leaves are also meticulously rendered, adding to the overall detail and realism of the print. The Pink Swamp Rose is a native of eastern North America, growing in wetlands and along the edges of streams and ponds. It is a hardy, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. The plant is known for its fragrant pink flowers, which bloom in late spring and early summer. Andrews' work was a significant contribution to the field of botanical illustration, and his meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill are evident in this stunning image of the Pink Swamp Rose. The print is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, and a reminder of the importance of preserving and documenting the natural world for future generations.
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