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Aechmea Mariae Reginae with pale green spear-like
Aechmea Mariae Reginae with pale green spear-like flower and crimson bracts.. Handcolored botanical drawn and lithographed by W.G. Smith from H.H. Dombrains Floral Magazine 1872. Worthington G. Smith (1835-1917), architect, engraver and mycologist. Smith also illustrated The Gardeners Chronicle. Henry Honywood Dombrain (1818-1905), clergyman gardener, was editor of the Floral Magazine from 1862 to 1873
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1872 Dombrain Honywood Mariae Reginae Worthington Aechmea Smith
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This stunning handcolored botanical print showcases the exquisite beauty of Aechmea Mariae Reginae, a bromeliad species native to South America. The image, drawn and lithographed by the talented Worthington G. Smith for Henry Honywood Dombrain's Floral Magazine in 1872, captures the plant in all its glory. At the heart of the composition, the pale green spear-like inflorescence rises majestically, adorned with tiny flowers that bloom in a cascade of delicate hues. The spear is surrounded by vibrant crimson bracts, adding a bold contrast to the soft green tones of the plant. The intricate details of the leaves, veins, and petals are rendered with meticulous precision, showcasing Smith's exceptional artistic skills. Smith was a renowned architect, engraver, and mycologist, and his work graced the pages of various horticultural publications, including The Gardeners Chronicle. Dombrain, the editor of the Floral Magazine from 1862 to 1873, was a clergyman and gardener, and his publication was a leading source of botanical information during the Victorian era. This print offers a glimpse into the rich history of botanical illustration and the fascination with the natural world that defined the Victorian era. It serves as a testament to the beauty and intricacy of the plant kingdom and the dedication of the artists and scientists who sought to document and preserve it for future generations.
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