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Framed Print : Dicksons chirozema, Chorizema dicksonii
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Dicksons chirozema, Chorizema dicksonii
James Dicksons chirozema, Chorizema dicksonii. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by S. Nevitt after a botanical illustration by S. Humble from Benjamin Maund and the Rev. John Stevens Henslows The Botanist, London, 1836
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Benjamin Botanist Chorozema Dickson Edinburgh Henslow Humble Maund Nevitt Stevens
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring the beauty of the natural world into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece showcases the captivating Chorizema dicksonii, also known as James Dickson's chirozema. The botanical illustration, hand-coloured from a copperplate engraving by S. Nevitt after S. Humble, was originally published by Benjamin Maund and the Rev. John Sims. Impeccably framed, this print is a stunning addition to any room, providing a timeless and elegant touch. Explore our collection of Framed Prints and discover the perfect piece to inspire and delight.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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.
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Dickson's Chirozema, or Chorizema dicksonii, a rare and beautiful flowering plant native to Edinburgh, Australia. The engraving was created by S. Nevitt based on a botanical illustration by S. Humble, and was published in Benjamin Maund and the Reverend John Stevens Henslow's influential work, "The Botanist," in London in 1836. The Dickson's Chirozema is a small, shrubby plant with elegant, fern-like foliage and clusters of delicate, tubular flowers. The flowers are a vibrant shade of pink, with a distinctive white stripe running down each petal. The plant was named in honor of James Dickson, a Scottish botanist who made significant contributions to the study of Australian flora. The Victorian-era botanical illustration and copperplate engraving process used to create this print were state-of-the-art techniques at the time, allowing for intricate detail and accurate representation of the plant's features. The resulting image is a testament to the beauty and intricacy of the natural world, and a reminder of the important role that botanical exploration and documentation played in the scientific and cultural history of the 19th century. Today, the Dickson's Chirozema is a rare and endangered plant, with populations threatened by habitat loss and other environmental factors. This beautiful and historic print serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and protecting the world's natural wonders for future generations to enjoy.
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