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Banana fruit, segment Musa acuminata
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Banana fruit, segment Musa acuminata
Banana fruit, segment. Musa acuminata.. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Jussieus Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Corsi, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving depicts a luscious and perfectly ripe segment of Musa acuminata, commonly known as the banana fruit. The intricate details of the banana's rich, golden hue and the subtle texture of its succulent flesh are beautifully rendered in this stunning illustration. The banana tree, from which this fruit derives, is a herbaceous plant that belongs to the Musaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is now cultivated in tropical regions around the world. The banana plant produces large, pinnate leaves and bears its fruit in the form of a long, elongated inflorescence, known as a pseudostem. This particular illustration was created in 1837, during the height of the European Age of Discovery, when the exploration and documentation of new and exotic plants and animals was a major scientific pursuit. The illustration was produced in Florence, Italy, by a team of skilled artisans, including the illustrator Jean Gabriel Pretre, engraver Corsi, and director Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin. The print was published by Batelli e Figli, a renowned publishing house known for its high-quality scientific and artistic productions. The historical significance of this illustration lies not only in its beautiful representation of the banana fruit but also in its role as a record of the natural world during a time of great scientific discovery and exploration. The intricate details and meticulous craftsmanship of this engraving serve as a testament to the dedication and expertise of the artists and scientists of the time.
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