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Native iris, Patersonia occidentalis
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Native iris, Patersonia occidentalis
Native iris, Patersonia occidentalis (Sapphire patersonia, Patersonia sapphirina). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G. Barclay after Miss Sarah Drake from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G. Willis, London, 1854
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Barclay Drake Iris Lindley Occidentalis Ornamental Sapphire Sarah Shrubbery Sweet Miss
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the Native Iris, Patersonia occidentalis, also known as the Sapphire Patersonia or Sapphirina. The image is a beautiful representation of this native Australian flower, as captured by the skilled hand of engraver G. Barclay, working from an original observation by Miss Sarah Drake. The Native Iris is a stunning and distinctive flower, native to the southwestern parts of Western Australia. It is characterized by its tall, slender stems, which bear large, vibrant blue-violet blooms. The flowers have six petals, each with a distinctive white tip, and six sepals, which are often tinged with purple. The Native Iris is a much-loved addition to many botanical gardens and is appreciated for its elegant beauty and unique charm. This engraving is taken from John Lindley and Robert Sweet's Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, published in London in 1854 by G. Willis. The publication was a popular and influential work, featuring high-quality botanical illustrations of a wide range of plants. This particular image of the Native Iris is a testament to the skill and artistry of the time, and remains a beautiful and intriguing glimpse into the natural world of the past.
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