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Asteraceae or Compositae, Cup Plant (Silphium perfoliatum). Herbaceous perennial plant for flower beds native to Northern America, by Giovanni Antonio Bottione, watercolor, 1770-1781
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Asteraceae or Compositae, Cup Plant (Silphium perfoliatum). Herbaceous perennial plant for flower beds native to Northern America, by Giovanni Antonio Bottione, watercolor, 1770-1781
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume XVII, Plate 2 by Giovanni Antonio Bottione: Asteraceae or Compositae, Cup Plant (Silphium perfoliatum). Herbaceous perennial plant for flower beds native to Northern America. Watercolor, 1770-1781
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18th Century Asteraceae Compositae Giovanni Antonio Bottione Herbaceous Herbal Perennial Plant Stem Watercolor Painting Silphium Perfoliatum
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This stunning watercolor print by Giovanni Antonio Bottione showcases the beauty of the Cup Plant (Silphium perfoliatum), a herbaceous perennial native to Northern America. Painted between 1770 and 1781, this artwork is part of the Herbal collection from the 18th-19th century Iconographia Taurinensis. The delicate white flowers of the Cup Plant stand out against a clean white background, drawing attention to their intricate details. The artist's skillful brushstrokes capture every petal and leaf with precision, creating a lifelike representation of this botanical wonder. A member of the Asteraceae or Compositae family, this plant is commonly found in flower beds due to its vibrant appearance and ability to attract pollinators. Its unique cup-shaped leaves that surround the stem give it its distinctive name. Bottione's illustration not only serves as an artistic masterpiece but also provides valuable information for botany enthusiasts. The vertical composition allows for a comprehensive view of the plant's structure, including its stem and foliage. This watercolor painting exemplifies Bottione's talent in combining scientific accuracy with aesthetic appeal. With no people present in the image, all focus remains on nature itself - highlighting both its elegance and complexity
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