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Blackberry, Rubus fruticosus
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Blackberry, Rubus fruticosus
Common bramble or blackberry, Rubus fruticosus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1800
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Berry Blackberry Blossom Bramble Common Fruticosus Rubus Sowerby Thorn Smith
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts the Common Blackberry, Rubus fruticosus, a beloved wild plant native to Europe, northern Africa, and western Asia. The intricately detailed illustration, produced by James Sowerby for James Smith's English Botany in 1800, showcases various aspects of the blackberry plant. At the center, the lush green leaves, each with three to five lobes, are adorned with tiny hairs and veins. The thorny stems, characteristic of the blackberry bush, are also illustrated, their sharp points reminding us of the plant's defensive mechanism. The delicate white blossoms, with their five petals and numerous stamens, are depicted in the upper left corner, symbolizing the plant's reproductive phase. The most striking feature of this engraving, however, is the cluster of ripe blackberries in the lower right corner. Each berry is meticulously rendered, its glossy surface and deep, dark color a testament to its juicy, sweet flesh. This image not only captures the beauty of the blackberry but also highlights its importance as a natural source of food for both humans and wildlife. The Common Blackberry, also known as the Bramble, has been an essential part of natural history and botanical gardens for centuries. Its versatility, both as an ornamental plant and a fruit-bearing shrub, has made it a favorite among gardeners and naturalists alike. This beautiful engraving is a testament to the enduring fascination with the natural world and the role that botanical illustrations play in documenting and preserving it for future generations.
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