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Crimson-flowered comparettia orchid, Comparettia coccinea
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Crimson-flowered comparettia orchid, Comparettia coccinea
Crimson-flowered comparettia orchid, Comparettia coccinea. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by S. Nevitt after a botanical illustration by Miss Jane Taylor from Benjamin Maund and the Rev. John Stevens Henslows The Botanist, London, 1836
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the crimson-flowered Comparettia coccinea, a stunning orchid species native to South America. The engraving is based on a botanical illustration by the talented Miss Jane Taylor, skillfully captured by the engraver S. Nevitt for the esteemed publication, The Botanist, in London during the Victorian era. The Botanist, published by Benjamin Maund and the Reverend John Stevens Henslow, was a leading horticultural journal of its time, dedicated to the dissemination of accurate botanical knowledge. The crimson-flowered Comparettia orchid is a sight to behold, with its vibrant, velvety red blooms that contrast beautifully against the lush green foliage. Orchids were a subject of great fascination during the Victorian era, and the publication of such detailed and accurate botanical illustrations and engravings was essential for the advancement of botanical science and the cultivation of these exotic plants in European gardens. Miss Jane Taylor, the artist behind this illustration, was a skilled botanical illustrator whose work was highly regarded for its precision and beauty. Her ability to capture the intricacies of the Comparettia coccinea's form and coloration is evident in this stunning engraving. The meticulous hand-coloring process adds an additional layer of depth and richness to the image, making it a true work of art. This engraving is a testament to the dedication and passion of the botanists, artists, and publishers of the Victorian era for the study and preservation of the natural world. It remains an invaluable resource for botanical research and a source of inspiration for gardeners and nature lovers alike.
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