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Cochineal-coloured passionflower, Passiflora kermesina
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Cochineal-coloured passionflower, Passiflora kermesina
Cochineal-coloured passionflower, Passiflora kermesina. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by S. Nevitt after a botanical illustration by Mrs Augusta Withers from Benjamin Maund and the Rev. John Stevens Henslows The Botanist, London, 1836
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1. Title: "A Vibrant Ode to Nature: Cochineal-Coloured Passionflower (Passiflora kermesina) in Victorian Botanical Illustration" This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving, created by S. Nevitt after a botanical illustration by the talented Mrs. Augusta Withers, showcases the captivating beauty of the Cochineal-coloured Passionflower (Passiflora kermesina). The image, published in Benjamin Maund and the Reverend John Stevens Henslow's esteemed botanical publication, "The Botanist," in London during 1836, offers a glimpse into the rich natural history of the Victorian era. Passionflowers, native to South America, are renowned for their intricate and mesmerizing blooms. The Cochineal-coloured Passionflower, in particular, boasts an extraordinary hue derived from the cochineal insect, which was once a significant source of natural red dye. This vibrant colouring is beautifully captured in the engraving, with each petal and filament meticulously rendered in rich, deep tones. Mrs. Withers, the gifted botanical illustrator, expertly depicted the delicate details of the Passionflower's structure, from the radial arrangement of its petals to the intricate patterns adorning its sepals. Her work was then masterfully translated into a copperplate engraving by S. Nevitt, resulting in a stunning and lifelike representation of this remarkable flower. This image not only serves as a testament to the artistic and scientific prowess of the Victorian era but also invites us to appreciate the intricacies of nature and the beauty of the natural world. The Cochineal-coloured Passionflower continues to inspire wonder and admiration, reminding us of the enduring allure of botanical illustration and the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations.
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