Stigma Collection (#4)

Christmas rose (Helleborus niger) flower, pollen on dehisced anthers and on petals fluorescing in UV light. Nectar ring appearing red. Focus stacked

Blue passionflower (Passiflora caerulea). Flower is pollinated by larger bees. Focus stacked

Spider flower (Cleome sp) with long gonophores. View from above. Cultivated in garden, Surrey, England, UK. Native to South America

Sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) in visible light. Cultivated in glasshouse, Surrey, England, UK. Sequence 1/2

Marmalade hoverfly (Episyrphus balteatus) feeding on Golden apple (Lilium carniolicum) pollen, transfers pollen on body to other flowers. In high grassland, Mount Vournos, northern Greece

Sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) flower with circular receptacle with raised stigmas surrounded by stamens. Puzhehei National Wetland Park, Yunnan Province, China

Yellow lampshade poppy / Yellow poppywort (Meconopsis integrifolia) after rainfall. Sichuan Province, China

Sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) taken with infra-red thermograph camera. Top of receptacle hottest at 35'C, stamens 30'C. Cultivated in glasshouse, Surrey, England, UK. Sequence 2/2

Saint Francis of Assisi in Ecstasy, c. 1729. Creator: Piazzetta, Gian Battista (1683-1754)
Saint Francis of Assisi in Ecstasy, c. 1729. Found in the Collection of Palazzo Chiericati

Saint Francis of Assisi in Ecstasy, c. 1646. Creator: Murillo, Bartolome Esteban
Saint Francis of Assisi in Ecstasy, c. 1646. Found in the Collection of Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando, Madrid

Saint Francis of Assisi in Ecstasy, c. 1615. Creator: Reni, Guido (1575-1642)
Saint Francis of Assisi in Ecstasy, c. 1615. Found in the Collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

Close-up inside Wild tulip (Tulipa schrenkii) Rostovsky Nature Reserve, Rostov Region, Russia, April 2009

Tulips (Tulipa bakeri) close-up of flowers, Omalos, Crete, Greece, April 2009

Close-up of blue flower (Campanula stevenii) Mount Cheget, Caucasus, Russia, June 2008

Carthusian Pink flower (Dianthus carthusianorum) detail of two stigmas, Nordtirol, Austrian Alps. June

Tulips and Anenome, c. 1690 (watercolour)

Tulips (watercolour)

Crinum Declinatum, 1831-1834
Crinum Declinatum, Plate 43. from A Selection of Hexandrian Plants, pub. R. Havell, London, 1831-1834 (hand-coloured engraving)

Pancratium Amboinense, 1831-1834
Pancratium Amboinense, Plate 20. from A Selection of Hexandrian Plants, pub. R. Havell, London, 1831-1834 (hand-coloured engraving)

Peach tree (Prunus persica), frost covered blossom, Texas, USA

Saint Francis receiving the Stigmata, 1640s. Found in the Collection of Muse e du Louvre, Paris

Saint Francis of Assisi (Detail of his oldest portrait), 13th century. Artist: Anonymous
Saint Francis of Assisi (Detail of his oldest portrait), 13th century. Found in the collection of the Abbazia di Santa Scolastica, Subiaco

Stigma of an amaryllis. Illustration from Dr John Hill, Verhandeling over de verdubbeling van bloemen... Uit het engelsch vertaald. / Leerwijze over de voortteeling der plant-gewassen

Close-up of Crimson Flax flower
Close-up of a Crimson Flax flower (Linum grandiflorum) with its showy center pattern; Astoria, Oregon, United States of America

Loves Bitter Potion Or Dolly Pregnant. After Discovering She Is Pregnant Dolly Stares Into The Well, Contemplating Suicide. The Broken Pitcher Beside The Well Perhaps Symbolizes Her Lost Virginity

A tropical flower in bloom; Hawaii, united states of america

Close up of a purple flower in bloom; Hawaii, united states of america

Close up of a pink flower in bloom; Hawaii, united states of america

Close Up Of A Hibiscus Flower With Water Droplets; Hawaii, United States Of America

Close Up Of Stamen And Filament Of Lily; Quebec, Canada

Close Up Of A Lily; Quebec, Canada

Saint Francis receiving the Stigmata, 1643. Found in the collection of Galleria Palatina, Florence

Stigmatization of Saint Francis, ca 1510-1515. Found in the collection of Germanisches Nationalmuseum, Nuremberg

Saint Francis of Assisi after the Vision of Pope Nicholas V. Artist: Zurbaran, Francisco, de (1598-1664)
Saint Francis of Assisi after the Vision of Pope Nicholas V. Found in the collection of Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona

Stigmatization and Faint of Saint Catherine of Siena. Artist: Sodoma, (Workshop)
Stigmatization and Faint of Saint Catherine of Siena. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Saint Francis of Assisi in Ecstasy. Artist: Dyck, Sir Anthony van (1599-1641)
Saint Francis of Assisi in Ecstasy. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Saint Francis Catches the Blood of Christ from the Wounds, 1480-1490. Artist: Crivelli, Carlo (c. 1435-c. 1495)
Saint Francis Catches the Blood of Christ from the Wounds, 1480-1490. Found in the collection of the Museo Poldi Pezzoli, Milan

Saint Francis receives the Stigmata, First third of 17th cen Artist: Ribera, Jose, de (1591-1652)
Saint Francis receives the Stigmata, First third of 17th cen.. Found in the collection of the Musei di Strada Nuova, Genoa

Saint Francis receiving the Stigmata, 1580. Found in the Collection of Coleccion Abello

Saint Francis receiving the Stigmata. Private Collection

Diagram of a Fuchsia flower, showing the mechanism employed to produce seeds, c1934. From The Treasury of Knowledge. [Richard Clay & Sons, Ltd. Bungay, Suffolk, 1934]

Saint Francis of Assisi in Ecstasy, 1597. Found in the Collection of Wadsworth Athenaeum, Hartford

Virgin and child with John the Baptist as a Boy and Saint Francis receiving the Stigmata. Private Collection

Saint Francis and the Poor Knight, and Franciss Vision (From Borgo del Santo Sepolcro Altarpiece), 1437-1444. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Saint Francis before the Sultan (From Borgo del Santo Sepolcro Altarpiece), 1437-1444. Artist: Sassetta (1392-1450)
Saint Francis before the Sultan (From Borgo del Santo Sepolcro Altarpiece), 1437-1444. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Stigmatisation of Saint Francis (From Borgo del Santo Sepolcro Altarpiece), 1437-1444. Artist: Sassetta (1392-1450)
The Stigmatisation of Saint Francis (From Borgo del Santo Sepolcro Altarpiece), 1437-1444. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Saint Francis in the Desert, c. 1480. Artist: Bellini, Giovanni (1430-1516)
Saint Francis in the Desert, c. 1480. Found in the collection of the Frick Collection, New York

Maxillaria subulata - By Franz Bauer, 1818. Paper, watercolour. Botany Library, Bauer Unit. Unfinished Drawings Monocotyledons 2, Orchidaceae 2, f. 149. Date: 1818

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"Breaking the Chains: Unraveling the Stigma Surrounding Nature's Wonders" In Saint Joseph of Cupertino's Ecstasy, we witness a divine connection that transcends human understanding. Just like this masterpiece, stigma in nature holds profound significance. The Methodus plantarum sexalis in sistemate naturae descripta reveals the intricate classification of plants, shedding light on how stigma plays a vital role in their reproductive processes, and is through these delicate structures that life perpetuates itself. Zooming into an Easter cactus stigma under SEM, we discover its mesmerizing beauty up close. The Studio shot captures the essence of a pink tulip flower with such precision that we can almost feel its velvety touch. Morning glory pollen captured by SEM showcases the interplay between stigma and pollen grains—a dance essential for successful pollination. Similarly, Gorse stigma adorned with pollen grains exemplifies nature's harmonious collaboration to ensure survival. A False-colour SEM image of chickweed flower reminds us that even seemingly insignificant flora possess unique stigmas worthy of admiration. Each microscopic detail tells a story waiting to be unraveled. Pollination takes center stage as different species intertwine their destinies through this sacred union. Amaryllis stands tall as Hippeastrum sp. , showcasing vibrant stigmas inviting pollinators to partake in their splendorous feast. Traveling to Greece, we encounter Saffron Crocus—its precious saffron harvested from meticulously hand-picked stigmas—an ancient tradition steeped in culture and history. Lastly, Thale cress flower micrograph serves as a testament to scientific exploration; it invites us into its miniature world where every aspect contributes to our understanding of life's intricacies. Through these captivating glimpses into nature's wonders, let us challenge societal norms and break free from the chains of prejudice surrounding "stigma. " May we recognize its inherent beauty and importance, both in art and the natural world.