Coral drops or elegant bessera, Bessera elegans

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Coral drops or elegant bessera, Bessera elegans

Coral drops or elegant bessera, Bessera elegans. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G. Barclay after Miss Sarah Drake from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G. Willis, London, 1854

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Barclay Coral Drake Drops Elegans Frederick Hart Lindley Ornamental Sarah Shrubbery Sweet Miss Smith

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This exquisite hand-coloured copperplate engraving showcases the captivating beauty of the Coral Drops or Elegant Bessera, Bessera elegans. The delicate flower is depicted in all its glory, with its vibrant coral-red petals cascading gracefully from the central bud. The intricate detailing of the engraving, skillfully executed by G. Barclay after a drawing by Miss Sarah Drake, brings out the unique textures and forms of the flower and its surrounding foliage. Originally published in John Lindley and Robert Sweet's Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery in 1854, this botanical illustration was produced during the height of the Victorian era's fascination with the natural world. The meticulous attention to detail and the use of hand-colouring techniques were essential elements of the time, allowing for the accurate and stunning representation of plants and flowers. The Coral Drops, also known as Elegant Bessera, is a native of South America and is known for its striking appearance. The plant produces clusters of small, bell-shaped flowers, each with a distinctive coral-red colour. This engraving offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the world of botanical illustration and the appreciation for the natural beauty of the Coral Drops during the Victorian era.

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