Euphorbia officinarum

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Euphorbia officinarum

Euphorbia officinarum, Euphorbe. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871. Euphorbia officinarum, Euphorbe. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871. Euphorbia officinarum, Euphorbe. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871

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Dupuis Edouard Euphorbia Flore Francois Gerard Herincq Maubert Medicale Officinarum Oscar Oudet Pierre Regne Reveil Spurge Vegetal

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This exquisite hand-colored steel engraving depicts Euphorbia officinarum, commonly known as the Spurge or Euphorbe, as illustrated by Edouard Maubert and engraved by Oudet for the seminal work "La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale" published by Pierre Oscar Reveil, Dupuis, Fr. Gerard, and Francois Herincqs between 1864 and 1871. The meticulous attention to detail in this botanical illustration showcases the unique characteristics of the plant, with its succulent stems, spiny leaves, and distinctive white latex sap. The intricate engraving process employed by Oudet further enhances the beauty and accuracy of the representation. This stunning artwork is a testament to the remarkable botanical knowledge and artistic skill of the time, providing an enduring record of the natural world during the 19th century.

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