Purple and white striped and spotted camellia
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Purple and white striped and spotted camellia
Purple and white striped and spotted camellia, Kokinran, Thea japonica Nois. Forma.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884. Iwasaki (1786-1842) was a Japanese botanist, entomologist and zoologist. He was one of the first Japanese botanists to incorporate western knowledge into his studies
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Camellia Forma Guide Honzo Iwasaki Japonica Kanen Medicinal Nois Purple Spotted Striped Thea Woodblock Zufu
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This woodblock print showcases the exquisite beauty of the Purple and White Striped and Spotted Camellia (Kokinran, Thea japonica Nois. Forma), as depicted in Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants published in 1884. The print, a color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki, offers a vivid and detailed representation of this unique camellia variety. Iwasaki (1786-1842), a Japanese botanist, entomologist, and zoologist, was a pioneer in incorporating Western knowledge into his studies, making him one of the first Japanese botanists to make significant contributions to the field. The Purple and White Striped and Spotted Camellia is characterized by its striking purple and white striped petals, which are speckled with small white spots. The intricate details of the petals' veins and the delicate texture of the camellia's leaves are masterfully captured in the print. The background is kept simple, allowing the camellia to take center stage and showcase its beauty in all its glory. Honzo Zufu was an essential resource for Japanese botanists, physicians, and scholars during the late Edo period. The publication of this comprehensive guide to medicinal plants represented a significant step forward in the integration of Western scientific knowledge into Japanese botanical studies. Iwasaki's meticulous illustrations, such as this one of the Purple and White Striped and Spotted Camellia, continue to captivate viewers with their intricate details and artistic merit, making them valuable historical documents and works of art in their own right.
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