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Streblorrhiza speciosa
Unissued lithograph by M. Fahrmbacher, based on a sketch by Ferdinand Bauer. Previously unpublished. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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18th Century Bauer Eudicot Eurosid Fabaceae Fabales Fabidae Ferdinand Lucas Bauer Legume Leguminosae Rosid Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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1. Title: "Streblorrhiza Speciosa: A Magnificent Legume of the 18th Century" This exquisite lithograph, titled "Streblorrhiza Speciosa," is an unissued masterpiece by M. Fahrmbacher, based on a sketch by the renowned botanical artist Ferdinand Bauer. Housed in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, this previously unpublished work of art offers a captivating glimpse into the world of botanical illustration during the 18th century. The subject of this stunning lithograph is the Streblorrhiza Speciosa, a member of the Fabaceae or Leguminosae family, which includes a diverse range of important food crops, such as peas, beans, and lentils. This particular species, with its unique and intricate flower structure, would have been of great interest to botanists and naturalists of the time. Ferdinand Bauer, an accomplished artist and collaborator of Sir Joseph Banks, sketched the plant with meticulous attention to detail. His drawing served as the foundation for M. Fahrmbacher's lithographic interpretation, which beautifully captures the essence and complexity of the Streblorrhiza Speciosa. As an eudicot, angiosperm, and dicotyledon, this flowering plant is a member of the Magnoliophyta division, which includes all flowering plants. Its classification within the Fabales order, Rosid clade, and Fabidae family further illustrates its place in the botanical world. This lithograph is a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the 18th century, offering a window into a time when the exploration and documentation of the natural world was a source of great fascination and discovery. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the Streblorrhiza Speciosa, as depicted in this lithograph, continue to captivate and inspire appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
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