Mounted Print : Mesembryanthemum calamiforme L. Var
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Mesembryanthemum calamiforme L. Var
Plate 4 from a bound volume of drawings (mostly on vellum) illustrating the genus Mesembryanthemum. Watercolour on vellum, 1776-1778 by Ann Lee (1753-1790). Held in the Library and Archives Date: circa 1776
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Media ID 14239273
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
Aizoaceae Caryophyllales Eudicot Images Of Nature Women Artists Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Introducing the exquisite range of Mounted Photos from Media Storehouse, featuring an enchanting image of Mesembryanthemum calamiforme L. Var. This stunning botanical artwork, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a captivating watercolor on vellum creation from Ann Lee, dated between 1776 and 1778. With its intricate details and vibrant colors, this rare and beautiful illustration is a must-have for any botanical enthusiast or collector. Our Mounted Photos are meticulously printed on high-quality archival paper and mounted on sturdy backing for a museum-quality presentation. Experience the wonder of nature preserved in time with this extraordinary piece from the Media Storehouse collection.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 13.9cm x 20.3cm (5.5" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite watercolor drawing, titled "Mesembryanthemum calamiforme L. Var," is a remarkable example of botanical illustration from the 18th century. Created by the talented English artist Ann Lee between 1776 and 1778, this illustration is part of a bound volume of drawings, mostly on vellum, depicting the genus Mesembryanthemum. The drawing is a detailed representation of the Cylindrophyllum calamiforme variety of Mesembryanthemum calamiforme, a succulent plant belonging to the Aizoaceae family, order Caryophyllales, class Magnoliophyta, and subclass Eudicotyledonae. Ann Lee's illustration captures the intricate details of the female flowering plant in all its beauty. The delicate petals, which are arranged in a cylindrical shape, are depicted in soft shades of pink and white, while the stamen and pistil are rendered in meticulous detail. The vellum surface adds a textured quality to the image, enhancing the visual appeal of the illustration. Lee's artistic abilities are evident in the precise rendering of the plant's anatomy, as well as her skillful use of color and shading. Her attention to detail and commitment to accuracy reflect the high standards of botanical illustration during this period. As one of the few known women botanical illustrators of her time, Ann Lee's work is an important contribution to the history of botanical art. Her illustration of Mesembryanthemum calamiforme L. Var is a testament to her artistic talent and her deep understanding of the natural world.
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