Botanical Illustration of Saint Lawrence's (Madagascar) Seeds and Plants, 1601

The botanical illustrations are the work of Sydenham Edwards, a prolific botanical artist known for his detailed and vibrant illustrations. These engravings were published by William Curtis in various botanical magazines, including "The Botanical Magazine" or "Curtis's Botanical Magazine," which first began publication in 1787. Key details about the publication and the artist: - Artist: Sydenham Edwards - Publisher: William Curtis - Publication: These specific prints were part of Curtis’s various collections, which included "The Botanical Magazine," and were published around the late 18th century and early 19th century, specifically noted in the years around 1796 to 1803 in your images. - Significance: "The Botanical Magazine" was one of the first botanical periodicals to include colored plates, aiming to make scientific botanical studies accessible and informative with a focus on aesthetic appeal. It played a crucial role in disseminating knowledge about plants from all over the world to European audiences, enhancing both scientific understanding and horticultural practice. These works are celebrated for their artistic quality and scientific accuracy, contributing significantly to the field of botanical illustration and the popularization of botanical knowledge during that period. Here's a detailed description of all eight botanical prints along with their English names and special characteristics: 1. **Quaking Grass...

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