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Auricula, Primula auricula
Auricula, Primula auricula.. Handcoloured copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtiss Lectures on Botany, as delivered in the Botanic Garden at Lambeth, 1805. Edwards (1768-1819) was the artist of thousands of botanical plates for Curtis Botanical Magazine and his own Botanical Register
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1805 Auricula Curtis Edwards Lambeth Lectures Primula Sydenham
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving showcases the captivating beauty of Auricula, Primula auricula, as illustrated by the renowned botanical artist Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis' Lectures on Botany, delivered at the Botanic Garden in Lambeth, London, in 1805. Sydenham Edwards (1768-1819) was a prolific botanical artist, creating thousands of plates for the esteemed Curtis Botanical Magazine and his own Botanical Register. His meticulous attention to detail and exceptional artistic skill are evident in this stunning representation of the Auricula, a hardy perennial herb native to central Europe. The Auricula, also known as the Primula auricula, is celebrated for its distinctive rosettes of velvety, often frilled, leaves and vibrant, bell-shaped flowers. In this illustration, Edwards masterfully captures the intricate veining on the leaves and the delicate petals of the flower, which come in various colors, including red, blue, purple, and white. This historical botanical illustration is a testament to the rich heritage of botanical art and the significant role it played in documenting and preserving the natural world during the 18th and 19th centuries. The intricate process of creating handcoloured copperplate engravings, which involved etching the design onto a copper plate, printing it, and then painstakingly hand-coloring each print, was a labor-intensive and time-consuming endeavor. The Lectures on Botany, delivered by William Curtis at the Botanic Garden in Lambeth, were an essential resource for botanists, horticulturists, and collectors, providing accurate and detailed information about a wide range of plant species. This Auricula illustration is a prime example of the high-quality botanical art and scientific knowledge that was produced during this period, making it a valuable addition to any collection of botanical art or historical prints.
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