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New South Wales waratah or most showy telopea
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New South Wales waratah or most showy telopea
New South Wales waratah or most showy telopea, Telopea speciossima. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Miss Maund from Benjamin Maund and the Rev. John Stevens Henslows The Botanist, London, 1836
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This stunning handcoloured copperplate engraving showcases the beauty and elegance of the New South Wales waratah, or most showy telopea (Telopea speciossima), a native flowering plant endemic to New South Wales, Australia. The engraving is an exquisite reproduction of a botanical illustration created by the talented Miss Maund, as published in Benjamin Maund and the Reverend John Stevens Henslow's esteemed work, "The Botanist," in London, 1836. The New South Wales waratah is a beloved symbol of Australia and is renowned for its vibrant, red, bell-shaped flowers, which bloom in late autumn. The plant grows to a height of 2-3 meters and is characterized by its glossy, green, serrated leaves. The waratah's striking appearance has made it a popular subject for botanical illustrations and a cherished addition to Victorian gardens. The intricate details of the waratah's flowers and leaves are beautifully captured in this handcoloured engraving, which showcases the exceptional skill and artistry of the engraver and the illustrator. The delicate shading and precise lines bring the waratah to life, allowing us to appreciate its natural beauty in all its splendor. This engraving is a testament to the rich botanical heritage of the Victorian era and the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world. It serves as a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the plant kingdom and the role that botany played in scientific exploration and discovery during this period.
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