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Cressula tuttita
Cressula tuttita - 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 14363180
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1796 Bauer Crassula Exotic Francis
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.3cm x 39.6cm (10" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
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 illustration showcases the beauty of Cressula tuttita, a rare and exotic plant that once graced the Royal Gardens at Kew in 1796. The intricately detailed drawing was created by the skilled hand of Franz Andreas Bauer, a renowned botanical artist of his time. The delicate green leaves of the Cressula tuttita cascade down the stem, forming a dense rosette at the base. Atop the foliage, a solitary, star-shaped flower blooms, its petals unfurled to reveal a vibrant center of contrasting colors. Bauer's illustration is a testament to the captivating allure of the natural world and the importance of documenting its wonders. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and masterful use of shading and texture bring the Cressula tuttita to life, allowing us to appreciate its unique characteristics and elegance over two centuries later. The Cressula tuttita, also known as the 'Star-shaped Cress,' is a succulent plant native to South Africa. Its ability to store water in its leaves made it an intriguing addition to the Royal Gardens at Kew, which was renowned for its extensive collection of exotic plants from around the world. The illustration serves as a reminder of the fascination and curiosity that drove botanical exploration during this period and the invaluable role that botanical art continues to play in documenting and celebrating the diversity of the natural world.
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