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Treasure flower, Gazania rigens
Treasure flower, Gazania rigens (Golden-flowered gazania, Gazania uniflora). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell for Samuel Curtis continuation of William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1822
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Curtis Samuel Treasure Uniflora Weddell Gazania
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty of nature with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this stunning Treasure Flower by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Weddell for Samuel Curtis' continuation of William Curtis' Botanical Magazine, showcases the intricate details and vibrant hues of the Treasure Flower, Gazania rigens, also known as the Golden-flowered gazania or Gazania uniflora. Add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your home or office with this beautiful piece of botanical art, a true testament to the wonders of the natural world.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 31cm x 53.3cm (12.2" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting Treasure Flower, Gazania rigens, also known as the Golden-flowered Gazania or Gazania uniflora. The intricately detailed illustration was created by the skilled hand of John Weddell for the continuation of Samuel Curtis's renowned Botanical Magazine, published in London in 1822. The Treasure Flower is a native of South Africa, where it thrives in the wild and is cherished for its vibrant, golden-yellow blooms. The engraving captures the flower's delicate beauty in all its splendor, with each petal's intricate veining and the delicate filaments of its stamens meticulously rendered in rich, vibrant colors. The engraving process, a popular method of reproducing detailed botanical illustrations during the 18th and 19th centuries, involved the transfer of an image from a drawing to a copper plate, which was then etched with acid to create the lines and contours of the image. The plate was then inked and pressed onto paper, creating a high-quality, detailed print. This particular engraving, hand-colored by an expert artisan, adds an additional layer of artistry and depth to the already stunning botanical illustration. The Treasure Flower's golden hue is brought to life through the careful application of pigments, creating a truly breathtaking work of art that transports us to the beauty of the natural world.
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