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Photo Mug : Sea holly or sea eryngo, Eryngium maritimum
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Sea holly or sea eryngo, Eryngium maritimum
Sea holly or sea eryngo, Eryngium maritimum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1800
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Eryngium Holly Maritimum Sowerby Eryngo Smith
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Bring the beauty of the coastline into your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring an exquisite image of Sea Holly or Sea Eryngo (Eryngium maritimum), this hand-picked design from Mary Evans Prints Online adds a touch of natural charm to your mug. Each mug is expertly crafted to provide a clear and vibrant image that will brighten up your morning coffee or evening tea. Order now and enjoy the wonders of the sea with every sip.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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Sea Holly or Sea Eryngo, Eryngium maritimum, is a striking and intriguing plant that thrives in coastal environments. This beautiful handcoloured copperplate engraving, created by James Sowerby for James Smith's English Botany in 1800, provides a vivid and detailed portrait of this natural wonder. The Sea Holly is a member of the carnation family, and its unique appearance sets it apart from other plants. Its blue-green leaves are covered in small, spiny projections, giving it a holly-like appearance. However, it is the plant's vibrant, eryngium-pink inflorescence that truly captivates the eye. The flower heads are composed of numerous tiny flowers, each with a distinctive, flat, and papery bract, which resemble the scales of a holly leaf. This botanical illustration is a testament to the meticulous work of James Sowerby and the natural history movement of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The handcolouring adds depth and richness to the engraving, bringing out the intricate details of the Sea Holly's structure and the delicate shades of its colours. The Sea Holly's coastal habitat makes it a valuable addition to any botanical garden or natural history collection. Its unique characteristics and striking appearance make it a favourite among plant enthusiasts and natural historians alike. This engraving is not only a beautiful work of art but also an important record of the natural world, preserving the details of this fascinating plant for future generations to appreciate and study.
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