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Purple morning glory, Ipomoea purpurea
Purple morning glory, Ipomoea purpurea. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Cellai, drawn and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century
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This stunning handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving depicts the beautiful Purple Morning Glory, Ipomoea purpurea, as it was captured in the 19th century. The illustration was created in Italy, published by Batelli e Figli, and is a testament to the exceptional skill of French botanical illustrator Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin (1775-1840). Turpin is renowned for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to bring the natural world to life through his illustrations. The Purple Morning Glory is a vine that produces beautiful, purple-blue flowers with a distinctive white center. The plant is native to Central and South America and is now widely cultivated around the world for its ornamental value. In the background of this illustration, we can see a Black Sea Turtle, Chelonia mydas, in a side view and an underview, adding an interesting marine element to the scene. The turtle is often associated with the Morning Glory due to the similarity in their spiral shell patterns. This illustration was published in Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, or Dictionary of Natural Science, in Florence, Italy, in 1837. The engraving was drawn and directed by Turpin and executed by Cellai. The intricate stipple technique used in this print showcases the exquisite detail and artistry of the time. The Purple Morning Glory is not currently considered an endangered species, but its beauty and historical significance make this illustration a valuable addition to any botanical or natural history collection.
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