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Late spider-orchid or painted-lipped ophrys
Late spider-orchid or painted-lipped ophrys, Ophrys fuciflora. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley, London, Ridgeway, 1847
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Barclay Drake Edwards Lindley Ophrys Orchid Painter Register Sarah Sydenham Miss Spider Orchid
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the Late Spider-orchid, also known as the Painted-lipped Ophrys (Ophrys fuciflora), a captivating and elusive orchid species. The illustration was meticulously created by the skilled hand of Miss Sarah Drake and later engraved by George Barclay for the Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley in London during 1847. The Late Spider-orchid is a rare and beautiful European orchid, characterized by its unique, intricately patterned labellum, which resembles a spider with outstretched legs. This adaptation is thought to attract pollinators, such as bees and wasps, by mimicking the appearance of a spider. Miss Sarah Drake's exceptional artistic abilities are evident in her intricate and detailed illustration of the Late Spider-orchid. Her mastery of botanical illustration is further enhanced by the delicate hand-coloring techniques employed by the engraver, George Barclay. The result is a stunning and lifelike representation of this enigmatic and alluring flower. John Lindley, a renowned botanist and editor of the Edwards Botanical Register, was instrumental in the dissemination of knowledge about various plant species during the 19th century. The publication of this illustration in his esteemed journal helped to advance the scientific understanding and appreciation of the Late Spider-orchid and other rare and exotic plant species. This image serves as a testament to the beauty and intrigue of the natural world and the dedication of the artists, botanists, and scientists who sought to document and preserve it for future generations.
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