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Woolly pimelea, Pimelea lanata
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Woolly pimelea, Pimelea lanata
Woolly pimelea, Pimelea lanata. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Miss Hall from Benjamin Maund and the Rev. John Stevens Henslows The Botanist, London, 1836
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This exquisite hand-coloured copperplate engraving showcases the charming beauty of Woolly Pimelea, or Pimelea lanata, a native Australian plant that once graced the pages of The Botanist, a renowned Victorian-era botanical publication. Produced by Benjamin Maund and the Reverend John Stevens Henslow in London in 1836, this botanical illustration was meticulously rendered by the skilled hand of Miss Hall. The Woolly Pimelea is a small, shrubby plant that boasts an abundance of soft, woolly grey-green leaves and delicate, pink-purple flowers. The intricate details of its foliage and blossoms are beautifully captured in this engraving, revealing the intricacies of its natural form. The delicate shading and vibrant colours bring the plant to life, allowing viewers to appreciate its unique charm and allure. The Victorian era was a time of great fascination with the natural world, and botanical illustrations like this one played a crucial role in documenting and preserving the knowledge of new plant discoveries. The Botanist was a leading publication in this field, and its high-quality illustrations were produced using the most advanced techniques of the time, including copperplate engraving. This engraving not only serves as a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the Victorian era but also invites us to marvel at the intricacies and beauty of the natural world. The Woolly Pimelea, with its soft, woolly leaves and delicate flowers, remains an enduring symbol of the unique flora found in Australia and a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the natural world.
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