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Aquilegia vulgaris, Columbine
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Aquilegia vulgaris, Columbine
Ink drawing by Arthur Harry Church, 1903 Date: 1903
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20th Century Anatomical Aquilegia Arthur Harry Church Black And White Botanic Columbine Detailed Diagram Eudicot Eudicotinae Monochrome Ranunculaceae Ranunculales Side View Angiospermae Aquilegia Vulgaris Common Columbine Dicot Dicotyledon European Columbine Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite ink drawing of Aquilegia vulgaris, commonly known as Columbine, is an anatomical illustration created by the skilled hand of Arthur Harry Church in the year 1903. The image showcases the intricate details of this beautiful European flowering plant, which is a member of the Ranunculaceae family and the Ranunculales order. As an eudicot, Columbine is part of the Magnoliophyta class, which includes all flowering plants. The detailed side view of the Columbine in this drawing highlights its distinctive features, such as the elegant, funnel-shaped flowers with their distinctive red and yellow markings, and the long, slender stems adorned with palmate leaves. The delicate veins on the leaves and the intricate structure of the flower are rendered with remarkable precision, providing a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of this fascinating plant. Arthur Harry Church was an accomplished botanical illustrator of the Edwardian era, known for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects. This drawing, with its monochrome palette and intricate line work, is a testament to his skill and dedication to the art of botanical illustration. The Columbine, or common columbine, has a rich history and cultural significance, with its name derived from the Latin word for dove, due to the shape of the flower resembling the head and wings of a dove. This drawing offers a unique perspective on this beloved flower, inviting us to appreciate its beauty and complexity in a new light.
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