Beard or Rabbitsfoot grass (Polypogon monspeliensis) and Hare s-tail grass (Lagurus ovatus) by Giovanni Antonio Bottione, watercolor, 1770-1781

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Beard or Rabbitsfoot grass (Polypogon monspeliensis) and Hare s-tail grass (Lagurus ovatus) by Giovanni Antonio Bottione, watercolor, 1770-1781

Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume XXII, Plate 77 by Giovanni Antonio Bottione: 1) Beard or Rabbitsfoot grass (Polypogon monspeliensis), Graminaceae, annual grass for rocky gardens, native to tropical and temperate areas; 2) Hare s-tail grass (Lagurus ovatus) Graminaceae, annual grass for rocky gardens, spontaneous in Italy. Watercolor, 1770-1781

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18th Century Giovanni Antonio Bottione Grass Herbal Iconographia Taurinensis Watercolor Painting Lagurus Ovatus

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This watercolor print by Giovanni Antonio Bottione showcases the delicate beauty of two grass species - Beard or Rabbitsfoot grass (Polypogon monspeliensis) and Hare s-tail grass (Lagurus ovatus). Painted between 1770-1781, this botanical illustration is a true testament to the artist's skill and attention to detail. The first plant depicted is the Beard or Rabbitsfoot grass, belonging to the Graminaceae family. This annual grass thrives in rocky gardens and can be found in both tropical and temperate regions. Its unique appearance resembles a fluffy rabbit's foot, hence its common name. The second plant featured is the Hare s-tail grass, also from the Graminaceae family. This annual grass is native to Italy and adds spontaneity to rocky gardens with its vibrant presence. Bottione's watercolor technique brings out every intricate detail of these plants' leaves, capturing their essence with precision. Against a clean white background, these botanical specimens take center stage as they are showcased in all their glory. This artwork not only serves as an aesthetic delight but also holds great scientific value for botany enthusiasts. It belongs to an iconic collection called Iconographia Taurinensis that spans across volumes dedicated to various herbal illustrations from the 18th-19th century. With no human figures present in this painting, it allows us to focus solely on nature's wonders captured through Bottione's brushstrokes

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