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Dandelion, branchy dandelion, and rough hawkbit
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Dandelion, branchy dandelion, and rough hawkbit
Dandelion, branchy dandelion, and rough hawkbit.. Handcolored botanical copperplate engraving from Joshua Hamiltons Culpepers English Family Physician; or Medical Herbal Enlarged, with Several Hundred Additional Plants, Principally from Sir John Hill, London, W. Locke, 1792
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1. Title: A Triumph of Botanical Artistry: Dandelion, Branchy Dandelion, and Rough Hawkbit This handcolored botanical copperplate engraving, taken from Joshua Hamilton's "Culpeper's English Family Physician; or Medical Herbal," published in London in 1792 by W. Locke, showcases three intricately detailed plant species: Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale), Branchy Dandelion (Taraxacum pinnatifidum), and Rough Hawkbit (Leontodon rugosus). The image is a testament to the exquisite artistry of the time, with each plant meticulously rendered in vibrant colors. The Dandelion, with its iconic yellow flowers and distinctive white puffballs, is shown in full bloom, its leaves radiating out from a central rosette. The Branchy Dandelion, with its more complex branching pattern, is depicted in various stages of growth, from bud to mature leaf. Rough Hawkbit, characterized by its jagged leaves and yellow flowers, is shown in the foreground, its texture beautifully captured through the use of color. Nicolas Culpeper, the renowned English herbalist and astrologer, is the original author of the text from which this engraving is derived. His "English Physician" was a popular and influential herbal, containing descriptions and uses for over 1,200 plants. This particular edition, expanded by Sir John Hill, added several hundred additional plants, making it an essential resource for medical and botanical knowledge during the late 18th century. This botanical masterpiece not only serves as a stunning visual representation of these plants but also offers a glimpse into the rich history of herbal medicine and botanical exploration during the era of Culpeper and Hamilton.
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