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Weeping Willow
Plate 30 from The Shape, Skeleton and Foliage of Thirty Two Species of Trees, 1786 by A. Cozens. The series was originally issued in 1771
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1786 18th Century Alexander Cozens Cozens Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Malpighiales Rosid Salicaceae Salix Weeping Willow Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Salix Babylonica Weeping Willow
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Plate 30: Weeping Willow (Salix babylonica) - A Stunning Botanical Illustration from The Shape, Skeleton and Foliage of Thirty Two Species of Trees by Alexander Cozens, published in 1786. This exquisite print showcases the intricate details of the Weeping Willow, a renowned ornamental tree and a popular subject in botanical illustrations of the 18th century. The Weeping Willow, also known as the Babylon Willow or the Hangman's Willow, is a species of willow tree belonging to the Salicaceae family, which is part of the larger group of angiosperms, flowering plants. This eudicot, or dicotyledon, is classified within the order Malpighiales and the subclass Rosid, specifically the family Fabaceae and the order Rosales. Cozens' meticulous illustration captures the tree's distinctive weeping branches, which droop gracefully towards the ground, creating a cascading effect. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the delicate depiction of the tree's foliage, which consists of narrow, lanceolate leaves arranged in opposite pairs. The Weeping Willow is native to China, but it has been cultivated and naturalized in many parts of the world due to its ornamental value. This historic botanical illustration is a testament to the beauty and importance of the natural world during the 18th century, a time when botanical exploration and documentation were at the forefront of scientific discovery. Cozens' work, along with that of other botanical illustrators of the time, laid the foundation for our modern understanding of plant classification and identification. The Shape, Skeleton and Foliage of Thirty Two Species of Trees was originally published in 1771, with later editions featuring updated plates, including this stunning representation of the Weeping Willow. This print is a valuable resource for botanists, historians, and anyone with an appreciation for the natural world and the art of botanical illustration.
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