Trailing tormentil, Potentilla reptans

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Trailing tormentil, Potentilla reptans

Trailing tormentil, Potentilla reptans (Tormentilla reptans). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1801

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Potentilla Sowerby Trailing Reptans Smith Tormentil Tormentilla

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Trailing Tormentil, Potentilla reptans (James Sowerby for James Smith's English Botany, 1801): A Vibrant Display of Nature's Delicate Beauty This exquisite hand-coloured copperplate engraving showcases the captivating Trailing Tormentil, Potentilla reptans, as it was meticulously recorded by renowned botanical artist James Sowerby for James Smith's English Botany in 1801. The intricate detail and vivid colours of this engraving bring the delicate beauty of this plant to life, capturing the essence of a bygone era in natural history. The Trailing Tormentil, also known as Tormentilla reptans, is a low-growing herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. Its trailing stems, adorned with small, oval-shaped leaves, cling to rocks and other surfaces, making it a popular addition to alpine gardens and rockeries. The plant's delicate, pinkish-white flowers bloom in clusters, adding a splash of colour to the landscape. The art of botanical illustration reached new heights during the 18th and 19th centuries, as naturalists and collectors sought to document the natural world in all its intricacy. James Sowerby, a prolific botanical artist, was a leading figure in this movement, producing over 1,500 plates for various publications, including James Smith's English Botany. His meticulous drawings, combined with the expert engraving techniques of the time, resulted in stunningly accurate and visually appealing depictions of plants, such as the Trailing Tormentil. This engraving not only serves as a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world but also as a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the world of botanical exploration and discovery during the early days of natural history.

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