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Cape flower, (Aponogeton distachium), 1786. Creator: Jan Brandes
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Cape flower, (Aponogeton distachium), 1786. Creator: Jan Brandes
Cape flower, (Aponogeton distachium), 1786. Flower, plant and seed of the Cape Water Lily. With inscription. Part of Jan Brandes sketchbook, dl. 1 (1808), p. 183
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This image is a 1786 sketch of the Cape Flower, or Aponogeton distachium, by the Dutch botanical artist Jan Brandes. The drawing is part of Brandes' sketchbook, now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, and is a testament to the rich botanical heritage of the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa. The Cape Flower is an aquatic plant native to the Western Cape province of South Africa, and is also known as the Cape Pond Weed. The intricate detail of this pencil drawing showcases the beauty of the plant's flowerhead, with its distinctive white petals and yellow stamens. The close-up view also reveals the delicate structure of the leaves and the seeds, adding to the overall charm of this natural wonder. Brandes' meticulous handwriting in the bottom right corner of the sketch reads "Cape flower, (Aponogeton distachium), Flower, plant and seed of the Cape Water Lily." This labeling was common practice in botanical illustration during the 18th century, allowing for accurate identification and documentation of new discoveries. The Dutch connection to this drawing is significant, as the Netherlands played a pivotal role in the European exploration and colonization of South Africa. Brandes' artistry and scientific curiosity contributed to the growing body of knowledge about the unique flora of the Cape region, which was of great interest to both the scientific community and the colonial powers. This beautiful sketch is a reminder of the natural beauty and scientific significance of the Cape Flower, and the important role that botanical illustration played in the exploration and documentation of the natural world during the 18th century.
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