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Hoary cinquefoil, Potentilla argentea
Hoary cinquefoil, Potentilla argentea. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by James Sowerby from James Smiths English Botany, London, 1793
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Argentea Cinquefoil Herbal Hoary Potentilla Sowerby Smith
18"x14" Modern Frame
Bring the beauty of nature into your home with our exquisite Hoary Cinquefoil Framed Print. This stunning, hand-colored copperplate engraving, taken from James Smith's English Botany published in 1793, showcases the intricate details of the Hoary Cinquefoil (Potentilla argentea) in all its glory. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, our Framed Prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the rich colors and fine lines of the original illustration. Add a touch of timeless elegance to any room in your home with this captivating piece of botanical art.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the Hoary Cinquefoil, Potentilla argentea, a charming and delicate wildflower native to Europe, Asia, and North America. The intricate detail of the engraving, derived from an original illustration by James Sowerby for James Smith's English Botany, published in London in 1793, allows us to appreciate the beauty of this plant in all its splendor. The Hoary Cinquefoil is characterized by its silvery-white hairs covering the stems, leaves, and undersides of the five-petaled flowers. These flowers bloom from late spring to early summer, displaying a range of colors from pink to white. The plant's leaves are simple, oval, and toothed, with a rosette-like growth habit. The Hoary Cinquefoil has long been admired not only for its aesthetic qualities but also for its medicinal properties. Traditionally, the plant has been used to treat various ailments, including diarrhea, dysentery, and skin conditions. Its leaves and roots have been consumed as a tea or applied topically as a poultice. As a beloved addition to gardens and natural landscapes, the Hoary Cinquefoil adds a touch of elegance and charm with its silvery sheen and delicate flowers. This botanical masterpiece serves as a testament to the beauty and intrigue of the natural world, as well as the artistry and dedication of the botanical illustrators and publishers of the past.
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