Virginia rose, Rosa lucida, and Rosa truncata major
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Virginia rose, Rosa lucida, and Rosa truncata major
Virginia rose, Rosa lucida, and Rosa truncata major.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from an illustration drawn from nature by Stark from Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1790-1830
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This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving showcases three beautiful varieties of Virginia roses: Rosa lucida, Rosa lucida var. alba, and Rosa truncata major. The illustration, drawn from nature by Stark for Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children) published in Weimar between 1790 and 1830, captures the delicate intricacies and vibrant colors of these roses with remarkable detail. Rosa lucida, also known as the fragrant or sweetbrier rose, is a shrub rose native to Europe and Asia. Its pink to red flowers have a sweet, pleasant fragrance and are often used for perfumes and cosmetics. The white variety, Rosa lucida var. alba, is less common but equally beautiful, with white flowers that retain the sweet fragrance of its pink counterpart. Rosa truncata major, also known as the dog rose or wild rose, is a wild rose native to Europe and Asia. Its pink to red flowers have a mild fragrance and are often used for making jams, jellies, and other culinary applications. The species is also known for its thorny stems and hips, which are rich in vitamin C and were historically used for medicinal purposes. The botanical illustration in this print is a testament to the beauty and diversity of Virginia roses, which have been admired for their fragrance, color, and versatility for centuries. The intricate engraving process, which involved the transfer of an image from a metal plate to paper using acid, adds an additional layer of artistry and historical significance to this charming botanical illustration.
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