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Great globe thistle, Echinops sphaerocephalus
Great globe thistle, Echinops sphaerocephalus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst, London, 1816
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Classes Duppa Globe Linnaean Orders System Thistle Echinops
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Great Globe Thistle: A Stunning Botanical Marvel - Echinops Sphaerocephalus This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving showcases the Great Globe Thistle, Echinops Sphaerocephalus, a captivating plant belonging to the Daisy family (Asteraceae). The illustration is an elegant work of art, created by the skilled hand of Richard Duppa and published as part of his comprehensive botanical compendium, 'The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany', published by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme, and Brown in London, 1816. The Great Globe Thistle is a striking perennial herb, native to Europe and parts of Asia. Its distinctive spherical, blue-grey, spiky flowerhead is a true botanical marvel. The plant's robust stems bear these impressive globes, which are actually clusters of tiny, tubular flowers. The engraving beautifully captures the intricate texture and detail of the plant's form, with each tiny floret meticulously rendered. Richard Duppa's illustration is a testament to the artistry and scientific precision of botanical engraving during the 19th century. The handcolouring adds a vibrant, lifelike quality to the image, enhancing the beauty and allure of the Great Globe Thistle. This engraving is not only an essential addition to any botanical collection but also a stunning decorative piece, showcasing the timeless appeal of natural history and the artistry of botanical illustration.
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