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Pachira aquatica, Malabar or Guyana chestnut
Watercolour by Robert Schomburgk, 1840s Date: 1840
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Media ID 14237918
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
Eudicot Eurosid Malvaceae Malvales Malvidae Rosid Schomburgk Side View Watercolor Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Robert Schomburgk
7"x5" Glass Mount
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.7cm x 17.7cm (5" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 16.2cm x 20.3cm (6.4" x 8")
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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1. Title: "A Victorian Watercolour Masterpiece: Sir Robert Hermann Schomburgk's Exquisite Illustration of Pachira aquatica (Malabar or Guyana Chestnut), 1840s" This stunning watercolour painting, created by the renowned Victorian botanical artist Sir Robert Hermann Schomburgk in the 1840s, showcases the captivating beauty of Pachira aquatica, also known as the Malabar or Guyana chestnut. As a member of the Malvaceae family, this eudicotyledonous plant is part of the Malvales order and the Rosid clade within the larger grouping of Angiosperms, or flowering plants. Schomburgk's meticulous illustration highlights the plant's side view, revealing its distinctive pink inflorescence and glossy, green leaves. The artist's masterful use of watercolour techniques brings out the intricate details of the plant's veins, texture, and form. Sir Robert Hermann Schomburgk (1804-1864) was a prominent German botanist, explorer, and artist who made significant contributions to the scientific community during the 19th century. He was particularly known for his extensive work in South America, where he discovered numerous new plant species and documented them through his exquisite watercolour illustrations. This historical artwork not only serves as a testament to Schomburgk's artistic prowess but also provides valuable insights into the botanical discoveries of the Victorian era. The Pachira aquatica, with its elegant appearance and interesting history, continues to captivate plant enthusiasts and collectors alike. In this image, we are transported back in time to witness the beauty and wonder of a bygone era, as Schomburgk's delicate brushstrokes bring the Malabar chestnut to life.
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