Poster Print : Parts of flowers including petal, nectary

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Parts of flowers including petal, nectary

Parts of flowers including petal, nectary, glume, seed, spathe, bracte, legumen, etc. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after Sydenham Edwards from John Mason Goods Pantologia, a New Encyclopedia, G. Kearsley, London, 1813

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Media ID 23198078

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Edwards Encyclopedia Good Kearsley Mason Mushroom Pantologia Parts Petal Seed Stamen Sydenham Spathe

20x30 inch Poster Print

Discover the intricate beauty of nature with our exquisite range of Poster Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring stunning hand-colored copperplate engravings of various parts of flowers. These captivating prints, sourced from the esteemed archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, offer a rare glimpse into the intricacies of floral anatomy. From the delicate petals and nectaries that attract pollinators, to the hidden seeds, glumes, spathes, bracts, and legumes, each print is a testament to the intricate design of the natural world. These high-quality prints, derived from Sydenham Edwards' engravings in John Mason Good's Pantologia, are not only beautiful additions to your home or office, but also serve as educational pieces that inspire a deeper appreciation for the wonders of nature.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisitely hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases a captivating array of botanical elements from various flowers. At the heart of the image lies a petal, the colorful and often delicate structure that shields and protects the more delicate parts of the flower. Adjacent to the petal is a nectary, a specialized gland that produces and stores nectar to attract pollinators. Surrounding these features are additional parts of the flower, each with unique functions. A glume, a type of bract, can be seen at the base of the flower, while a seed rests within the protective spathe. A bract, a modified leaf, is also present, providing support and protection to the developing flower. Additionally, the image includes a legume, a type of fruit that develops from a flower and contains seeds enclosed in a pod. In the background, a mushroom adds an intriguing contrast to the floral elements. This intricate and detailed engraving, taken from Sydenham Edwards' work in John Mason Good's Pantologia, a New Encyclopedia, published in London in 1813, provides a fascinating glimpse into the intricacies of botanical structures. The delicate hand-coloring adds depth and dimension to the engraving, enhancing our appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the natural world.

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