Monkshood flower, 20th century C013 / 6443
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Monkshood flower, 20th century C013 / 6443
Monkshood (Aconitum napellus) flower, 20th-century artwork. This illustration, by British botanist Arthur Harry Church (1865-1937), is dated 1903. It is held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, UK
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1900s 1903 Arthur Harry Church Botany Library Natural History Natural History Museum Watercolour Aconitum Napellus Monkshood Plate 12
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This print showcases a stunning Monkshood flower, an exquisite 20th-century artwork by the renowned British botanist Arthur Harry Church. Dated back to 1903, this illustration is held in the prestigious Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in the United Kingdom. The Monkshood (Aconitum napellus) flower depicted in this artwork exudes timeless beauty and elegance. Its delicate petals are captured with remarkable precision and attention to detail, showcasing Church's exceptional talent as both a scientist and an artist. As we gaze upon this historical botanical masterpiece, we are transported back to a time when scientific exploration and artistic expression intertwined seamlessly. The watercolor technique employed by Church brings out the vibrant hues of purple-blue that define the Monkshood flower, evoking a sense of wonderment for nature's creations. This extraordinary piece serves as a testament to the rich history of botany and its significance in understanding our natural world. It reminds us of how art can be used not only for aesthetic pleasure but also as a means to document and study plant life. Housed within the walls of the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, this artwork stands as a cherished treasure among countless other biological wonders. It symbolizes our ongoing fascination with flora throughout centuries past and present – an enduring connection between humanity and nature itself.
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