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Variety of camellia, Camellia japonica
Variety of camellia, Camellia japonica. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l Europe, Ghent, Belgium, 1851
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Camellia Flore Hothouses Houtte Hybrid Japonica Jardins Lemaire Leurope Serres Variety
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This stunning handcoloured lithograph showcases the exquisite beauty of a Variety of Camellia, specifically Camellia japonica. The image is taken from the horticultural masterpiece "Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe" by Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires, published in Ghent, Belgium in 1851. The meticulous attention to detail in this chromolithograph is evident in the intricate veining on the camellia's petals, the delicate texture of its leaves, and the lifelike rendering of its vibrant colors. Camellia japonica, also known as the Japanese Camellia, is a hybrid camellia that originated in Japan and China. It is a popular ornamental plant known for its showy, evergreen foliage and its large, elegant flowers, which bloom in the fall and winter. The variety depicted in this lithograph is likely one of the many hybridized cultivars that were developed during the 19th century, when camellias became a favorite among European horticulturists and collectors. The botanical illustration was produced during a time when the study and cultivation of exotic plants was a source of great fascination and prestige in Europe. The publication of works like "Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe" allowed people to experience the beauty and diversity of the natural world in a way that was previously unimaginable. Today, this lithograph serves as a testament to the artistry and scientific curiosity of the past, and a reminder of the enduring allure of the camellia flower.
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