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Rosa x damascena, damask rose
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Rosa x damascena, damask rose
Folio 20 from A Collection of Flowers (1795) by John Edwards. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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1768 1795 18th Century Damask Edwards Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Folio John Edwards Rosa Rosaceae Rosales Angiospermae Damask Rose Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite folio, number 20 from A Collection of Flowers, showcases the captivating beauty of Rosa x damascena, commonly known as the damask rose. Created by the renowned botanical illustrator John Edwards between 1768 and 1795, this illustration is held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. The damask rose is a beloved member of the Rosaceae family, which is part of the larger group of angiosperms, dicotyledons, or flowering plants. As an eudicot and a part of the Rosales order, it belongs to the Rosaceae family, specifically the subfamily Rosoideae, and the genus Rosa. Damask roses are native to the Eastern Mediterranean and Central Asia, and their name derives from the city of Damascus in Syria, where they were first cultivated for their fragrant flowers. The rose's elegant, velvety petals, which range from pink to deep crimson, have been admired for centuries for their intoxicating scent and exquisite appearance. John Edwards' meticulous illustration captures the intricacies of the damask rose's delicate petals, veins, and stem, providing a detailed and accurate representation of this beloved flower. The illustration's vibrant colors and fine details showcase the artist's exceptional skill and dedication to botanical accuracy. This illustration is a testament to the beauty and importance of botanical art in the 18th century, a time when the study of plants was a source of fascination and discovery. The damask rose continues to be a symbol of love, beauty, and grace, and Edwards' illustration remains a stunning reminder of its timeless allure.
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