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Golden-leaved chrysophylla, Heteropteris chrysophylla
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Golden-leaved chrysophylla, Heteropteris chrysophylla
Golden-leaved chrysophylla, Heteropteris chrysophylla.. Illustration drawn by William Jackson Hooker, engraved by Swan. Handcolored copperplate engraving from William Curtiss The Botanical Magazine, Samuel Curtis, 1833
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1833 Curtis Hooker Jackson Leaved
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This stunning illustration depicts the Golden-leaved Chrysophylla, or Heteropteris chrysophylla, a beautiful and rare fern discovered in the early 19th century. The illustration was drawn by the renowned botanical artist, William Jackson Hooker, and expertly engraved by Swan, with exquisite hand-coloring added later. The illustration was published in The Botanical Magazine, edited by Samuel Curtis, in 1833. Hooker, a prominent figure in the field of botany, was the first director of the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew. His meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy are evident in this illustration of the Golden-leaved Chrysophylla. The fern is depicted with its vibrant, golden-yellow leaves unfurled, contrasting against the dark background. The veins and intricate details of the leaves are rendered with exceptional clarity, showcasing the beauty and complexity of this unique plant. The Golden-leaved Chrysophylla is native to South America and was first discovered by the Scottish botanist, Robert Brown, in 1810. It was later described and named by Hooker in 1825. The fern is a rare and prized specimen, and this illustration is an important historical record of its appearance and characteristics. The intricate process of creating a hand-colored copperplate engraving was a labor-intensive and expensive method of producing botanical illustrations during this period. The result, as seen in this illustration, is a stunning and highly detailed representation of the Golden-leaved Chrysophylla that continues to captivate and inspire botanists and artists alike.
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