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Ranunculus sp. buttercup
Illustration from Full Directions for the Young Artist (1817) by George Brookshaw. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Brookshaw Buttercup Eudicot Eudicotinae George Brookshaw Ranunculaceae Ranunculales Ranunculus Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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1. Title: "A Delightful Depiction of Ranunculus: A Pink and Red Buttercup from George Brookshaw's Full Directions for the Young Artist (1817)" This exquisite illustration showcases the enchanting beauty of a Ranunculus sp. buttercup, as rendered in the pages of George Brookshaw's Full Directions for the Young Artist, published in 1817. Housed in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, this watercolour painting is a captivating testament to the botanical illustration techniques of the early 19th century. The Ranunculus, a member of the Ranunculaceae family, is a popular flowering plant known for its vibrant, showy blooms. In this illustration, we are treated to the sight of a pink and red buttercup, its petals unfurled in an inviting display. The delicate, intricately detailed rendering of the flower's veins and stamens reveals the artist's mastery of the medium, while the contrasting hues of pink and red add depth and allure. As an angiosperm, dicot, and eudicot, the Ranunculus is a significant member of the Magnoliophyta division, which includes flowering plants. The Ranunculales order and Eudicotinae subclass further classify this plant within the broader context of botanical taxonomy. George Brookshaw, the talented artist behind this illustration, expertly captured the essence of the Ranunculus in this stunning watercolour painting. His work continues to inspire and delight botanists, artists, and nature enthusiasts alike, offering a glimpse into the rich natural world of the past. This illustration serves as a reminder of the beauty and intricacy of the natural world, as well as the enduring power of artistic expression.
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