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Creamcups or Californian platystemon, Platystemon
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Creamcups or Californian platystemon, Platystemon
Creamcups or Californian platystemon, Platystemon californicus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving 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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Augusta Benjamin Botanist Californian Henslow Maund Stevens Withers Californicus
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This exquisite hand-coloured copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of Creamcups, or Californian Platystemon (Platystemon californicus), as depicted in the botanical illustration by the talented Mrs. Augusta Withers for Benjamin Maund and the Reverend John Stevens Henslow's seminal work, "The Botanist," published in London in 1836. The intricate details of the delicate flowers, with their creamy white cups and dark veins, are masterfully captured in this Victorian-era artwork. Mrs. Withers' illustration offers a captivating glimpse into the botanical world of the 19th century, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill that characterized the era's botanical illustrations. The Creamcups, native to California, were a popular addition to Victorian gardens due to their attractive appearance and ease of cultivation. The copperplate engraving process involved creating an etched copper plate, which was then inked and pressed onto paper to produce a high-quality, detailed image. The addition of hand-colouring further enhanced the visual appeal of the print, bringing the botanical specimen to life with vibrant hues and shading. This image not only serves as a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the Victorian era but also invites us to appreciate the natural beauty of the Creamcups and the botanical world around us.
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