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Pinus mugo, European mountain pine
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Pinus mugo, European mountain pine
Watercolour depicting the foliage of a European mountain pine from page 38 of Ehret Drawing Book, by Georg Dionysius Ehret, c. 1740 s
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18th Century Conifer Coniferae Coniferophyta Coniferous Ehret Geomorphology Georg Dionysius Georg Dionysius Ehret Gymnosperm Landform Pinaceae Pinales Pine Pinophyta Pinopsida Pinus Potted Histories Pinus Mugo
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1. Title: "European Mountain Pine: A Watercolour Masterpiece from the 18th Century by Georg Dionysius Ehret" This exquisite watercolour painting depicts the foliage of a European mountain pine (Pinus mugo), a coniferous tree native to Europe. The illustration is taken from page 38 of Georg Dionysius Ehret's renowned drawing book, created around 1740. Ehret (1701-1770), a German botanical artist, is celebrated for his meticulous and accurate botanical illustrations, which were groundbreaking in their time. The European mountain pine, also known as the mugo pine or dwarf mountain pine, is a small conifer belonging to the Pinaceae family, order Pinales, and class Pinopsida. It is a popular ornamental tree and is also found in the wild in the Alps and other mountain ranges in Europe. The tree's adaptability to harsh, rocky environments makes it a hardy and resilient species. The watercolour painting showcases the unique morphology of the European mountain pine's foliage, with its short, stiff needles arranged in clusters of two or three. The tree's coniferous nature, as a member of the coniferophyta division, means it produces cones rather than flowers. The painting also highlights the tree's gymnosperms, which are seed-bearing structures not enclosed in flowers. This watercolour painting is a testament to Ehret's artistic prowess and his significant contribution to the field of botanical illustration. It provides a glimpse into the natural history of the European mountain pine and serves as a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the plant kingdom. In conclusion, this watercolour painting of the European mountain pine by Georg Dionysius Ehret is an invaluable historical record of a fascinating and resilient tree species. It offers a glimpse into the past while showcasing the intricacies of botanical illustration and the natural world.
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