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Redcurrant tree, Ribes rubrum
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Redcurrant tree, Ribes rubrum
5856726 Redcurrant tree, Ribes rubrum by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Redcurrant tree, Ribes rubrum. Handcolored copperplate engraving from a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Woodville and Sir William Jackson Hooker's "Medical Botany" 1832. The tireless Sowerby (1757-1822) drew over 2, 500 plants for Smith's mammoth "English Botany" (1790-1814) and 440 mushrooms for "Coloured Figures of English Fungi " (1797) among many other works.); © Florilegius
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1832 Berry Currant Handcolored Herbal Hooker Jackson James Juice Medicinal Redcurrant Ribes Sowerby William Woodville Botanical Plate Britisch Britisch Copperplate Natural Sciences Rubrum Without Anyone Without People
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This print showcases a vibrant Redcurrant tree, scientifically known as Ribes rubrum. The image is a handcolored copperplate engraving from a botanical illustration by the talented James Sowerby, featured in William Woodville and Sir William Jackson Hooker's renowned publication "Medical Botany" in 1832. Sowerby's remarkable attention to detail is evident in this exquisite artwork, which highlights the beauty of the red currant berries hanging delicately from the branches. The rich hues and intricate textures bring this botanical specimen to life, capturing its essence with precision. The Redcurrant tree holds both aesthetic and medicinal value. Its succulent berries are not only visually appealing but also used for their juice and fruit properties. This antique print serves as a testament to the historical significance of plants in herbal medicine during the 19th century. As an English artist, Sowerby dedicated his talent to documenting various plant species throughout his career. His contributions were vast, including over 2,500 illustrations for Smith's monumental work "English Botany" and numerous works on fungi. This print transports us back to early 19th-century England when natural history studies flourished. It reminds us of our deep connection with nature and how plants have played an essential role in human lives for centuries.
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