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Ginger or ginger root, Zingiber officinale
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Ginger or ginger root, Zingiber officinale
Ginger or ginger root, Zingiber officinale, Amomum zingiber, Gingembre. 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. Ginger or ginger root, Zingiber officinale, Amomum zingiber, Gingembre. 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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Amomum Dupuis Edouard Flore Francois Gerard Ginger Herincq Maubert Medicale Officinale Oscar Oudet Pierre Regne Reveil Rhizome Root Vegetal Zingiber
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This exquisite handcoloured steel engraving depicts the ginger root, Zingiber officinale, also known as Amomum zingiber or Gingembre. The image is a meticulous representation of the rhizome, or underground stem, of the ginger plant, captured through the skilled artistry of Oudet's engraving and Edouard Maubert's botanical illustration. The ginger root, a staple in various culinary traditions worldwide, is native to South Asia and is renowned for its distinctive spicy and aromatic properties. The engraving is an essential part of the comprehensive work "La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale," published by Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard, and Francois Herincqs between 1864 and 1871. This botanical masterpiece aimed to document and illustrate the medicinal plants of the time, providing an invaluable resource for scientific research and medical applications. The intricate details of the ginger root's surface, its fibrous texture, and the delicate shading of the handcolouring all come together to create a visually stunning and accurate representation of this versatile and essential plant. The engraving not only serves as a testament to the artists' craftsmanship but also provides a fascinating glimpse into the rich botanical knowledge of the late 19th century. This image is a beautiful reminder of the importance of botanical illustrations in documenting the natural world and the role they continue to play in our understanding of plants and their various uses, from culinary to medicinal applications.
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