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Limoniastrum monopetalum
Limoniastrum monopetalum (Naked monopetalous sea lavender, Statice monopetala var. denudata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley, London, Ridgeway, 1842
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts Limoniastrum monopetalum, also known as Naked Monopetalous Sea Lavender or Statice monopetala var. denudata. The image was created by the skilled hand of George Barclay, based on an original illustration by the talented Miss Sarah Drake, as published in the Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley in London during 1842. The Limoniastrum monopetalum is a beautiful and intriguing plant native to the Mediterranean and western Europe. Its unique characteristics are showcased in this engraving, with its solitary pink-purple flower atop slender stems, surrounded by delicate, narrow leaves. The plant's monopetalous, or single-petaled, flower is the source of its common name, and the term "naked" refers to the fact that the flower appears without bracts or calyx. Miss Sarah Drake, the female artist behind the original illustration, expertly captured the delicate beauty of this flowering plant. Her meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate veining on the petals and the fine texture of the leaves. George Barclay, the engraver, then brought her artwork to life through the medium of copperplate engraving, a technique that was popular during the 19th century for producing detailed and accurate botanical illustrations. The Edwards Botanical Register, under the editorship of John Lindley, was a leading horticultural publication of its time. Its pages were filled with stunning botanical illustrations, making it an essential resource for botanists, gardeners, and collectors alike. This particular engraving of Limoniastrum monopetalum is a testament to the beauty and importance of the natural world, as well as the artistic and scientific achievements of the time.
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