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Tamarind and red passionflower
Tamarind, Tamarindus indica, and red passionflower, Passiflora racemosa (Passiflora princeps). Chromolithograph after a botanical drawing by Emily Eden from her Flowers from an Indian Garden: Second Series: Hope, Breidenbach Co, Dusseldorf, 1860s. Eden was an English female aristocratic writer, novelist and traveler who accompanied her brother George in India from 1836 to 1842. Tamarind, Tamarindus indica, and red passionflower, Passiflora racemosa (Passiflora princeps). Chromolithograph after a botanical drawing by Emily Eden from her Flowers from an Indian Garden: Second Series: Hope, Breidenbach & Co, Dusseldorf, 1860s. Eden was an English female aristocratic writer, novelist and traveler who accompanied her brother George in India from 1836 to 1842
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts the exquisite beauty of two vibrant and intriguing plants native to India: the Tamarind, Tamarindus indica, and the Red Passionflower, Passiflora racemosa (Passiflora princeps). The image is a meticulous representation taken from the second series of Emily Eden's "Flowers from an Indian Garden," published by Breidenbach & Co in Dusseldorf during the 1860s. Emily Eden, an English aristocratic writer, novelist, and traveler, accompanied her brother George in India between 1836 and 1842. During her time in India, she developed a deep appreciation for the country's rich flora and fauna. Her botanical illustrations, like this one, showcase the vibrant colors and intricate details of the Indian landscape. The Tamarind tree is depicted on the left side of the print, with its long, pod-like fruits hanging from the branches. Tamarind is a popular tropical fruit, known for its sweet-and-sour taste and high nutritional value. The tree's bark is also used in traditional medicine for various ailments. On the right side of the print, the Red Passionflower, with its striking red and white petals, unfurls in all its glory. This beautiful flower is part of the Passionflower family, known for their unique and intricate structures. The Red Passionflower is particularly prized for its ornamental value and its sweet, delicious fruit. This Victorian-era botanical painting not only serves as a testament to the artistic and botanical prowess of the time but also as a reminder of the rich cultural exchange that took place between the East and the West during the colonial era. The intricate details of the Tamarind and Red Passionflower, as captured by Emily Eden's skilled hand and brought to life through chromolithography, continue to captivate and inspire us today.
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