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Violas and pansies: Eyebright, Canary, In Memoriam
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Violas and pansies: Eyebright, Canary, In Memoriam
Violas and pansies: Eyebright, Canary, In Memoriam, White Perfection, Advancer, Dicksons King.. Handcolored botanical drawn and lithographed by W.G. Smith from H.H. Dombrains Floral Magazine 1872. Worthington G. Smith (1835-1917), architect, engraver and mycologist. Smith also illustrated The Gardeners Chronicle. Henry Honywood Dombrain (1818-1905), clergyman gardener, was editor of the Floral Magazine from 1862 to 1873
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1872 Canary Dombrain Honywood Memoriam Pansies Perfection Varieties Violas Worthington Eyebright Smith
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This exquisitely handcolored botanical print showcases a captivating arrangement of violas and pansies, including the varieties Eyebright, Canary, In Memoriam, White Perfection, Advancer, Dicksons King, and more. The intricate illustration was drawn and lithographed by the talented Worthington G. Smith, an architect, engraver, and mycologist, for Henry Honywood Dombrain's Floral Magazine in 1872. Dombrain, a clergyman and gardener, served as the editor of the Floral Magazine from 1862 to 1873. Smith's illustrations graced the pages of the magazine, providing readers with accurate and beautiful representations of various flowers. The Violas and Pansies print is a testament to their shared passion for botanical art and horticulture. The delicate details of the flowers are brought to life through Smith's skillful use of color and shading. Each petal, leaf, and stem is rendered with precision and care, inviting the viewer to explore the intricacies of these beloved garden favorites. The Eyebright and Canary varieties of violas are depicted with their distinctive blue and yellow hues, while the Pansies in the In Memoriam, White Perfection, Advancer, and Dicksons King varieties display their unique shapes and patterns. This historical print not only serves as a beautiful addition to any home or garden room, but also offers a glimpse into the rich history of botanical illustration and the dedication of its creators. Smith and Dombrain's collaborative work continues to inspire and captivate viewers over a century later.
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