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Dark blue bearded bellflower, Campanula barbata cyanea
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Dark blue bearded bellflower, Campanula barbata cyanea
Dark blue bearded bellflower, Campanula barbata cyanea. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G. Barclay after J.T. Hart from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G. Willis, London, 1854
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Barbata Barclay Bearded Bellflower Campanula Cyanea Hart Lindley Ornamental Shrubbery Sweet
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting Dark Blue Bearded Bellflower, Campanula barbata cyanea. The intricate detailing of the image, created by G. Barclay after J.T. Hart, is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship of botanical illustration during the mid-19th century. Campanula barbata cyanea, also known as the Dark Blue Bearded Bellflower, is a rare and beautiful species of bellflower native to the mountainous regions of Europe. The plant is characterized by its dark blue, bell-shaped flowers, which are adorned with distinctive, white, bearded hairs. These hairs, or cilia, give the flowers their distinctive appearance and help to attract pollinators. The image is taken from John Lindley and Robert Sweet's Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, published in London by G. Willis in 1854. Lindley, a renowned botanist and horticulturist, and Sweet, a leading horticulturist and nurseryman, collaborated on this comprehensive work, which featured over 1,000 hand-colored plates of ornamental plants. The Dark Blue Bearded Bellflower plate is a stunning example of the high-quality botanical illustrations that were produced during this period. The intricate detailing of the flower, the delicate shading, and the vibrant colors all contribute to an image that captures the essence of this rare and beautiful plant. Whether displayed as a decorative piece in a home or used as a reference for botanical study, this engraving is a valuable addition to any collection. It offers a glimpse into the rich history of botanical illustration and the beauty of the natural world.
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