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Chinese primrose cultivar, Primula sinensis
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Chinese primrose cultivar, Primula sinensis
Chinese primrose cultivar, Primula sinensis fimbriata flore-pleno. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe, Ghent, Belgium, 1874
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Cultivar Fimbriata Flore Hothouses Houtte Jardins Lemaire Leurope Primrose Primula Serres Sinensis
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This exquisite handcoloured lithograph depicts the Chinese primrose cultivar, Primula sinensis fimbriata flore-pleno, a beautiful variation of the Primula sinensis, native to China. The image is taken from the horticultural masterpiece "Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe," published in Ghent, Belgium, in 1874 by Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires. The Chinese primrose, also known as the Chinese primula or the pink primula, is a herbaceous perennial plant that blooms with bright pink, funnel-shaped flowers. This particular cultivar, fimbriata flore-pleno, boasts double, fringed flowers with a velvety texture and a delightful fragrance. The intricate details of the petals, veins, and stamens are expertly captured in this stunning lithograph, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail that characterized the work of Van Houtte and Lemaires. The publication of "Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe" was a significant achievement in the field of botanical illustration. The work showcased a vast array of exotic and rare plants from Europe and beyond, providing inspiration for horticulturists, botanists, and collectors alike. The handcoloured lithographs, produced using a labor-intensive process that involved drawing on stone and then transferring the image to paper, resulted in vibrant, lifelike images that were highly sought after. This Chinese primrose cultivar, with its elegant flowers and rich history, continues to captivate gardeners and plant enthusiasts around the world. The lithograph serves as a testament to the beauty and importance of these plants, as well as the skill and artistry of the botanical illustrators who captured them for posterity.
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