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Breadfruit, Artocarpus altilis, with ripe fruit and sections
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Breadfruit, Artocarpus altilis, with ripe fruit and sections
Breadfruit, Artocarpus altilis, with ripe fruit and sections. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Christiane Henriette Dorothea Westermayr from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1792
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Artocarpus Bertuch Bilderbuch Breadfruit Educational Encyclopedia Friedrich Johann Kinder Ripe Section Westermayr Pomology
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1. Title: "Breadfruit, Artocarpus altilis: A Tropical Delicacy Unveiled in an 18th Century Handcoloured Copperplate Engraving" This handcoloured copperplate engraving showcases the luscious ripe fruit and sections of the Breadfruit tree (Artocarpus altilis), a tropical delicacy that has captivated the imagination of botanists, explorers, and food enthusiasts for centuries. The intricate illustration, created by Christiane Henriette Dorothea Westermayr for Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children) in 1792, offers a rare glimpse into the natural history of this fascinating plant. The Breadfruit tree, native to the Pacific Islands, is renowned for its large, versatile fruit, which resembles a melon or a potato when ripe. The engraving beautifully depicts the fruit's rough, brown exterior, contrasting with the succulent, white flesh inside. The sections, or slices, reveal the fruit's unique structure, with each segment containing a single seed encased in a sweet, edible pulp. The large, glossy leaves surrounding the fruit are also illustrated in exquisite detail, providing context to the tree's tropical origins. This engraving not only serves as an educational tool for children in the late 18th century but also contributes to the growing body of knowledge on natural history, botany, and pomology during the Age of Enlightenment. The meticulous handcolouring adds depth and vibrancy to the illustration, making the Breadfruit tree and its fruit come alive. This image not only showcases the beauty of the natural world but also highlights the importance of documentation and exploration in our understanding of the diverse plant life that surrounds us.
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