Purple foxglove or ladys glove, Digitalis

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Purple foxglove or ladys glove, Digitalis

Purple foxglove or ladys glove, Digitalis purpurea, Digitale pourpree. 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. Purple foxglove or ladys glove, Digitalis purpurea, Digitale pourpree. 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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Digitalis Dupuis Edouard Flore Foxglove Francois Gerard Glove Herincq Ladys Maubert Oscar Oudet Pierre Poison Purple Purpurea Regne Reveil Toxic Vegetal Digitale

EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning hand-colored steel engraving depicts the beautiful and intricately detailed Purple Foxglove or Lady's Glove (Digitalis purpurea, Digitale pourpree), as illustrated by Edouard Maubert and engraved by Oudet for the botanical publication "La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale" by Pierre Oscar Reveil, published by A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard, and Francois Herincqs in Paris between 1864 and 1871. The Purple Foxglove, also known as Lady's Glove due to the shape of its bell-like flowers resembling a lady's glove, is a highly toxic plant that has long been used in traditional medicine. The plant contains digitalis glycosides, which can be deadly if ingested in large quantities, but have been used to treat various heart conditions, including irregular heartbeats and heart failure, since ancient times. The engraving captures the plant's elegant beauty, with its tall spikes of purple flowers, each adorned with intricate veining and a distinctive bell shape. The delicate leaves, with their distinctive speckled pattern, are also depicted in exquisite detail. The hand-coloring adds an extra layer of vibrancy and depth to the image, bringing the Purple Foxglove to life and showcasing its unique characteristics. This botanical illustration is an important historical record of the Purple Foxglove and its medicinal uses, and is a testament to the skill and artistry of the botanical illustrators and engravers of the time. It remains a beautiful and intriguing reminder of the natural world and the importance of documenting its wonders.

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