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Carob tree or locust bean, Ceratonia siliqua
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Carob tree or locust bean, Ceratonia siliqua
Carob tree or locust bean, Ceratonia siliqua. Handcoloured stipple engraving by Mixelle l aine after an illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redoute from Henri Louis Duhamel du Monceaus Traite des Arbres et Arbustes, Paris, 1804-1819
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Arbres Arbustes Bean Carob Duhamel Henri Laine Locust Monceau Pierre Joseph Poupee Redoute Stipple Traite Ceratonia Siliqua
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Carob Tree or Locust Bean (Ceratonia siliqua): A Botanical Marvel This exquisite hand-coloured stipple engraving, created by Mixelle laine after an illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redoute, showcases the beauty and intricacy of the Carob Tree or Locust Bean (Ceratonia siliqua). The image is taken from Henri Louis Duhamel du Monceau's comprehensive work, "Traite des Arbres et Arbustes," published in Paris between 1804 and 1819. The Carob Tree, also known as the Locust Bean tree, is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region. Its pods, which resemble long, curved beans, are the source of carob, a natural sweetener that has been used as a substitute for chocolate and sugar since ancient times. The tree's bark is also used for tanning leather and its wood for fuel. Redoute's meticulous illustration captures the tree's distinctive features, from its gnarled trunk and sprawling branches to its large, compound leaves and the distinctive pods that dangle from its branches. The hand-colouring by Mixelle laine adds an extra layer of detail and depth, bringing the tree to life and highlighting its natural beauty. This botanical masterpiece is a testament to the artistry and scientific curiosity of the time, providing a detailed record of the Carob Tree and its uses. It is a reminder of the rich natural world that surrounds us and the importance of documenting and preserving it for future generations.
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