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Purple cyclamen, Cyclamen purpurascens
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Purple cyclamen, Cyclamen purpurascens
Purple cyclamen, Cyclamen purpurascens (Shore cyclamen, Cyclamen littorale). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley, London, Ridgeway, 1846
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of the Purple Cyclamen, Cyclamen purpurascens, also known as the Shore Cyclamen or Cyclamen littorale. The intricate detail in this 19th-century illustration is a testament to the skillful artistry of George Barclay, who expertly translated Miss Sarah Drake's original botanical drawing into this stunning work of art. The Purple Cyclamen is a charming, tuberous perennial native to the Mediterranean region, characterized by its distinctive heart-shaped, purple-pink flowers with a white star-shaped center. The plant thrives in wooded areas near the shore, earning it the common name Shore Cyclamen. Miss Sarah Drake, a talented female artist and painter, captured the essence of this flower in her illustration, which was published in the esteemed Edwards Botanical Register, edited by the renowned botanist John Lindley. Lindley's publication was a leading authority on botanical research during the Victorian era and showcased the most accurate and detailed botanical illustrations of the time. The hand-coloring process added an extra layer of artistry to the engraving, bringing the delicate petals and veins of the Purple Cyclamen to life. The result is a visually stunning representation of this enchanting flower, which continues to captivate and inspire gardeners, botanists, and artists alike. This beautiful engraving is a reminder of the rich history of botanical illustration and the important role it played in documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations.
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