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Fig, Ficus carica, Trioecia with hermaphrodite, male 2 and female 3 flowers growing separately. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis Lectures on Botany
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Fig, Ficus carica, Trioecia with hermaphrodite, male 2 and female 3 flowers growing separately. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis Lectures on Botany
FLO4610654 Fig, Ficus carica, Trioecia with hermaphrodite, male 2 and female 3 flowers growing separately. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis Lectures on Botany, as delivered in the Botanic Garden at Lambeth, 1805. by Edwards, Sydenham Teast (c.1768-1819); (add.info.: Fig, Ficus carica, Trioecia with hermaphrodite, male 2 and female 3 flowers growing separately. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis Lectures on Botany, as delivered in the Botanic Garden at Lambeth, 1805.); © Florilegius
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving showcases the intricate beauty of a trioecious fig tree, Ficus carica. The print depicts three distinct flowers growing separately - a hermaphrodite flower and two male and female flowers. Created by artist Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis' Lectures on Botany in 1805, this botanical illustration is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail that characterized scientific art during the 18th century. The delicate lines and vibrant colors bring each element of the fig tree to life, from its lush foliage to its exquisite flowers. The fig tree's unique reproductive system is highlighted in this artwork. Trioecious plants possess separate male and female flowers along with hermaphrodite ones, making them truly fascinating specimens in the botanical world. This print allows viewers to appreciate these distinctive features up close. As we gaze upon this enchanting image, we are reminded of nature's diversity and complexity. It serves as a reminder that even within one species, such as Ficus carica, there can be remarkable variations in reproductive structures. This handcoloured copperplate engraving not only captures the essence of botany but also provides us with an artistic representation of natural history at its finest. It stands as a testament to both scientific exploration and creative expression - bridging the gap between art and science seamlessly.
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