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Climbing dayflower, Commelina diffusa
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Climbing dayflower, Commelina diffusa
La Commeline de la Chine. Climbing dayflower, Commelina diffusa, with dragonfly and butterfly. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Collection precieuse et enluminee des fleurs les plus belles et les plus curieuses, qui se cultivent tant dans les jardins de la chine, que dans ceux de l Europe, Paris, 1776
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Belles Buchoz Butterfly Chine Climbing Curieuses Dragonfly Enluminee Etching Fleurs Pierre Precieuse
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This exquisite hand-colored etching, titled "La Commeline de Chine" or the "Chinese Commelina," showcases the enchanting beauty of the Climbing Dayflower, Commelina diffusa. The delicate plant is depicted gracefully cascading down a trellis, its vibrant blue-purple flowers adorned with intricate veining and petals that curl invitingly. The ethereal scene is further enhanced by the presence of a dragonfly and a butterfly, both drawn with remarkable detail and precision. The dragonfly, with its iridescent wings and slender body, hovers above the dayflower, while the butterfly rests gracefully on one of its petals. The interplay of colors and forms creates a harmonious balance between the botanical subject and its natural companions. This image is from Pierre Joseph Buchoz's Collection Precieuse et enluminee des fleurs les plus belles et les plus curieuses, published in Paris in 1776. Buchoz was a renowned botanical artist and publisher, known for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects. His works were highly sought after by collectors and scholars in Europe and China, reflecting the global exchange of knowledge and appreciation for the natural world during the Enlightenment era. The intricacy and artistry of this etching serve as a testament to the fascination and admiration for the natural world that characterized the eighteenth century. It invites us to pause and appreciate the delicate beauty of the Climbing Dayflower and the graceful creatures that share its habitat.
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