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Treasure flower, Gazania rigens
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Treasure flower, Gazania rigens
Treasure flower, Gazania rigens (Golden-flowered gazania, Gazania uniflora). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell for Samuel Curtis continuation of William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1822
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting Treasure Flower, Gazania rigens, also known as the Golden-flowered Gazania or Gazania uniflora. The intricately detailed illustration was created by the skilled hand of John Weddell for the continuation of Samuel Curtis's renowned Botanical Magazine, published in London in 1822. The Treasure Flower is a native of South Africa, where it thrives in the wild and is cherished for its vibrant, golden-yellow blooms. The engraving captures the flower's delicate beauty in all its splendor, with each petal's intricate veining and the delicate filaments of its stamens meticulously rendered in rich, vibrant colors. The engraving process, a popular method of reproducing detailed botanical illustrations during the 18th and 19th centuries, involved the transfer of an image from a drawing to a copper plate, which was then etched with acid to create the lines and contours of the image. The plate was then inked and pressed onto paper, creating a high-quality, detailed print. This particular engraving, hand-colored by an expert artisan, adds an additional layer of artistry and depth to the already stunning botanical illustration. The Treasure Flower's golden hue is brought to life through the careful application of pigments, creating a truly breathtaking work of art that transports us to the beauty of the natural world.
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