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Antique Framed Print : Malachodendron pentagynum
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Malachodendron pentagynum
Malachodendron pentagynum (Stewartia or Stuartia pentagyna). Handcoloured stipple engraving after an illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redoute from Henri Louis Duhamel du Monceaus Traite des Arbres et Arbustes, Paris, 1804-1819
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Arbres Arbustes Duhamel Henri Monceau Pierre Joseph Poupee Redoute Stipple Traite
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.4cm x 24.4cm (7.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite hand-coloured stipple engraving showcases the stunning beauty of Malachodendron pentagynum, also known as Stewartia or Stuartia pentagyna. The intricate detail in this artwork, created by the skilled hand of Pierre-Joseph Redoute, brings out the unique characteristics of this tree's elegant form and distinctive foliage. Malachodendron pentagynum is a rare and exotic tree native to the eastern United States, specifically in the Appalachian Mountains. Its name derives from the Greek words "malakos," meaning soft, and "dendron," meaning tree. The specific epithet "pentagynum" refers to the five-angled shape of its leaves. Redoute's illustration captures the tree's graceful branches, adorned with large, five-lobed leaves that are arranged in an alternating pattern. The tree's bark is smooth and gray, and its flowers are white, bell-shaped, and borne in clusters. The tree's small, red fruits are also depicted in the illustration, adding to its overall charm. This engraving is taken from Henri Louis Duhamel du Monceau's Traite des Arbres et Arbustes, published in Paris between 1804 and 1819. The work is considered a seminal contribution to botanical illustration, and Redoute's meticulous drawings and engravings remain a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world. The use of stipple engraving technique adds depth and texture to the illustration, making the tree's intricate details stand out. The hand-colouring further enhances the artwork, bringing out the vibrant hues and subtle shading that make this tree a true masterpiece.
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