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Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) C016 / 5926
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Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) C016 / 5926
Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea). One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum, London, UK
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Alfred Waterhouse Angiospermae Asterid Ceiling Central Hall Decorative Dicot Dicotyledon Digitalis Digitalis Purpurea Eudicot Flowering Plant Foxglove Hall London Magnoliophyta Natural History Museum Nineteenth Century Panel Victorian Inula Lamiales Plantaginaceae Purple Foxglove
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This print showcases the exquisite beauty of a Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) panel, one of the 162 stunning depictions of flora adorning the ceiling in the Central Hall at the renowned Natural History Museum in London, UK. The Victorian-era artwork, created by Alfred Waterhouse in the nineteenth century, is a testament to both botanical illustration and decorative art. The image captures every intricate detail of this English native flowering plant belonging to the Plantaginaceae family. With its tall spires adorned with delicate purple blooms, Digitalis purpurea stands as an emblematic representation of British flora. This biological wonder belongs to angiosperms - dicotyledons specifically - making it a fascinating subject for botanists and enthusiasts alike. As we gaze upon this masterpiece suspended above us within the grand hall, we are transported back in time to an era when scientific exploration and artistic expression intertwined seamlessly. The Foxglove panel serves as a reminder that nature's wonders can be found not only through microscopes but also through brushstrokes on canvas. This awe-inspiring artwork invites visitors to immerse themselves in the world of plants and biology while marveling at its sheer visual splendor. It symbolizes our enduring fascination with nature's diversity and reminds us that even within a bustling metropolis like London, there is still room for appreciation and preservation of our natural heritage.
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