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Magellan everlasting pea or Lord Ansons pea
Magellan everlasting pea or Lord Ansons pea, Lathyrus magellanicus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Frederick W. Smith after J. Hart from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G. Willis, London, 1854
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Everlasting Frederick Hart Lathyrus Lindley Magellan Ornamental Shrubbery Sweet Magellanicus Smith
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of the Magellan Everlasting Pea, also known as Lord Anson's Pea (Lathyrus magellanicus). The botanical illustration, created by Frederick W. Smith after J. Hart, was published in John Lindley and Robert Sweet's Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery in 1854. The Magellan Everlasting Pea is a rare and captivating plant native to the Magellan region of Chile and Argentina. This unique pea variety is renowned for its everlasting qualities, as its delicate, vibrant flowers seemingly defy the passage of time. The engraving beautifully captures the intricacies of the plant's blooms, with their delicate petals unfurling to reveal a mesmerizing array of colors, including pink, purple, and white. The Magellan Everlasting Pea was a popular addition to Victorian gardens due to its ornamental value and its ability to bloom throughout the year in warmer climates. The plant's charming appearance and the intricacy of this botanical illustration serve as a testament to the fascination that the natural world held for the Victorians. The meticulous attention to detail in this hand-colored copperplate engraving is truly awe-inspiring. The delicate shading and precise lines bring the flowers to life, while the intricate veining on the plant's leaves adds depth and texture. This botanical illustration is not only a beautiful work of art but also a valuable record of a rare and captivating plant species.
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