White Japanese camellias, Tamatebako, Thea
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White Japanese camellias, Tamatebako, Thea
White Japanese camellias, Tamatebako, Thea japonica Nois. flore pleno forma.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884. Iwasaki (1786-1842) was a Japanese botanist, entomologist and zoologist. He was one of the first Japanese botanists to incorporate western knowledge into his studies
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Camellia Flore Forma Guide Honzo Iwasaki Japonica Kanen Medicinal Nois Pleno Thea Woodblock Zufu
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This exquisite color-printed woodblock engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of White Japanese Camellias, Tamatebako (Thea japonica Nois. flore pleno forma), as depicted in Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants published in 1884. The intricately detailed image is the work of renowned Japanese botanist, entomologist, and zoologist, Kan en Iwasaki (1786-1842). Iwasaki was a pioneer in his field, integrating Western scientific knowledge into his studies, making him one of the first Japanese botanists to do so. The White Japanese Camellia, also known as Tamatebako, is a captivating flowering plant native to Japan. The engraving captures the essence of its elegant, double-layered, fully-opened white petals, which are adorned with subtle pink veins. The delicate, intricate details of the petals, stamen, and pistil are rendered with remarkable precision, revealing the artist's mastery of the woodblock printing technique. The image is a testament to Iwasaki's dedication to documenting the natural world around him, as well as his exceptional artistic abilities. The engraving not only serves as a stunning visual representation of the White Japanese Camellia but also holds historical significance as a valuable record of botanical discoveries during the late Edo period in Japan. This piece of art and science is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that lies at the intersection of botany, art, and history. It invites us to appreciate the intricacies of nature and the human curiosity that drives us to explore and document the world around us.
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