Farewell to spring, Clarkia amoena subsp. lindleyi

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Farewell to spring, Clarkia amoena subsp. lindleyi

Farewell to spring, Clarkia amoena subsp. lindleyi (Large-flowered godetia, Godetia grandiflora). 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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Amoena Barclay Drake Farewell Grandiflora Large Flowered Lindley Ornamental Sarah Shrubbery Spring Subsp Sweet Clarkia Godetia Miss

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Farewell to Spring: A Beautiful Tribute to the Transition from Spring to Summer through the Eyes of Victorian Botanical Illustration This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, titled "Farewell to Spring: Clarkia amoena subsp. lindleyi, or Large-flowered Godetia, Grandiflora," is a stunning testament to the beauty of nature and the artistry of Victorian botanical illustration. Created by G. Barclay after a drawing by Miss Sarah Drake, this illustration was published in John Lindley and Robert Sweet's "Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery" in 1854 by G. Willis in London. The image showcases the Clarkia amoena subsp. lindleyi, also known as the Large-flowered Godetia or Grandiflora, a charming and elegant flower that blooms in the late spring and early summer. The plant is depicted in full bloom, with its delicate, five-petaled flowers in shades of pink and white unfurling against a backdrop of lush, green foliage. The intricate details of the flower's veins, stamen, and pistil are beautifully rendered, revealing the dedication and skill of the artist and engraver. The title "Farewell to Spring" adds an emotional depth to the image, highlighting the bittersweet nature of the transition from one season to another. The Clarkia amoena subsp. lindleyi serves as a symbol of the fleeting beauty of spring and the promise of summer's vibrant colors that lie ahead. This botanical illustration is a precious reminder of the importance of observing and documenting the natural world, as well as the beauty and artistry that can be achieved through the collaboration of skilled botanists, artists, and engravers. The intricate details of the engraving, combined with the poignant title, make this a captivating and evocative piece that continues to inspire appreciation for the natural world and the art of botanical illustration.

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