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Erica sexfaria, heather
Erica sexfaria, heather - Illustration from Delineation of exotic plants cultivated in the Royal Garden at Kew (1796) by Franz Andreas Bauer (1758-1840). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London. Date: 1796
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Media ID 14376442
© Mary Evans / Natural History Mus
1796 Bauer Erica Ericaceae Exotic Francis Heath Heather
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Metal Prints collection, featuring this exquisite illustration of Erica sexfaria, heather, from the Delineation of exotic plants cultivated in the Royal Garden at Kew (1796) by Franz Andreas Bauer. This stunning piece, licensed from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings the intricate details of this beautiful heather specimen to life. Our high-quality metal prints are not just a decorative addition to your space, they're a work of art. Each print is meticulously printed on a sheet of aluminum, resulting in a vibrant, long-lasting image that's sure to impress. Order yours today and bring the elegance of the Royal Garden right into your home.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This illustration, titled "Erica Sexfaria, Heather" is an exquisite example of botanical art from the past, taken from the seminal work "Delineation of Exotic Plants Cultivated in the Royal Garden at Kew" by Franz Andreas Bauer, published in 1796. The illustration showcases two varieties of Erica, a genus of the Ericaceae family, native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia. Erica Sexfaria, depicted on the left, is commonly known as the Sand Heather or Dune Heather, characterized by its small, pink to purple flowers and evergreen foliage. The plant is native to Europe, particularly in sandy areas, and is an essential component of heathlands and sand dunes. Heather, or Erica Heath, on the right, is represented by Erica Heath, a shrub with bell-shaped, white to pink flowers. Heather is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and it is the national flower of Scotland. This plant is widely cultivated for ornamental purposes and is also an essential food source for various wildlife, including bees, butterflies, and red grouse. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this illustration provide a glimpse into the botanical knowledge of the time, showcasing the meticulous work of Franz Andreas Bauer and the importance of botanical exploration during the late 18th century. This illustration is held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, a testament to the enduring value of botanical art and scientific discovery.
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