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Dyers woad, Isatis tinctoria. Dyer s
Dyers woad, Isatis tinctoria, Pastel des Teinturers. Handcoloured steel engraving by L. Lebrun after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871. Dyers woad, Isatis tinctoria, Pastel des Teinturers. Handcoloured steel engraving by L. Lebrun after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871
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Agricoles Dupuis Dyers Edouard Francois Gerard Herincq Isatis Lebrun Maubert Oscar Pastel Pierre Planets Regne Reveil Tinctoria Vegetal Woad
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This stunning hand-colored steel engraving depicts Dyers Woad, or Isatis tinctoria, a plant long revered for its ability to produce a deep blue dye. The intricately detailed illustration, created by Edouard Maubert and expertly engraved by L. Lebrun, is taken from the esteemed horticultural publication "La Regne Vegetal: Planets Agricoles et Forestieres," published by Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard, and Francois Herincq in Paris between 1864 and 1871. Dyers Woad, a member of the Brassicaceae family, is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. Its blue dye was historically used to color textiles, particularly in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. The plant's leaves contain indigo, which is released when the plant is bruised or fermented. The dyeing process involves mashing the leaves and allowing them to ferment in water, creating a dark blue pigment. The illustration showcases the plant in all its glory, with its distinctive lobed leaves and tall spikes of yellow flowers. The meticulous attention to detail in the engraving brings out the intricacies of the plant's structure, from the veins on its leaves to the delicate petals of its flowers. The hand-coloring adds an additional layer of beauty, highlighting the vibrant hues of the plant and making it a true work of art. This engraving is not only a testament to the botanical knowledge of its time but also a beautiful representation of the natural world. It serves as a reminder of the rich history of natural dyes and the importance of preserving the knowledge and techniques used to produce them.
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