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White lace flower, Orlaya grandiflora
White lace flower, Orlaya grandiflora (Small caucalis or bastard parsley, Caucalis daucoides). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Sowerby from James Smiths English Botany, London, 1794
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting White Lace Flower, Orlaya grandiflora, also known as Small Caucalis or Bastard Parsley, and Caucalis daucoides. Dating back to 1794, this botanical masterpiece was created by the renowned English botanical artist, James Sowerby, as part of James Smith's English Botany. The White Lace Flower is a herbaceous plant that boasts delicate, lacy white blooms, which resemble a lace doily when viewed from a distance. The intricate details of the flower's petals, veins, and stamens are beautifully captured in this engraving, revealing the plant's intricate beauty up close. Orlaya grandiflora is native to the Mediterranean region and was traditionally used in herbal medicine for various ailments, including digestive issues and respiratory problems. The plant's leaves and flowers were believed to have anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties. The botanical illustration not only showcases the natural beauty of this enchanting flower but also serves as an important historical record of its appearance and medicinal uses. The meticulous attention to detail and the use of hand-coloring techniques highlight the artistic skill and dedication of James Sowerby and James Smith in documenting the natural world during the height of the botanical illustration era.
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