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Exotic Splendor: Hartweg's Sage, Flaming Torch, and Melinoni's Bromeliad, c.1855
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The prints are from "Revue Horticole," a prominent horticultural periodical known for its high-quality botanical illustrations, which served both educational and ornamental purposes. The illustrations were executed by the noted chromolithographer, P. de Pannemaeker or Severeyns, who were both key figures in the production of botanical art during the 19th century, often working for Belgian publications.
Details about the Maker, Publisher, and Publication:
- Maker: The chromolithographs were likely produced by P. de Pannemaeker or Severeyns, renowned for their expertise in chromolithography, a technique widely used in the 19th century for reproducing color in prints.
- Publisher: The publisher, "Revue Horticole," was a French journal that focused on the horticultural industry and botanical sciences, regularly featuring detailed botanical plates.
- Publication Date: These prints are from an unspecified volume but "Revue Horticole" was published in the 19th century, particularly thriving during the mid to late 1800s.
The three prints illustrate a selection of exotic plants, each unique in its floral architecture and horticultural appeal. Here is a closer look at each plant's identification and its botanical and cultural significance:
1. Hartweg's Sage (Stenomesson Hartwegi)
- Botanical Characteristics: This plant features elongated, slender green leaves with clusters of vibrant, tubular red flowers that dangle elegantly.
- Significance: Hartweg's Sage is admired for its striking flower display which adds a vivid splash of color to gardens. It is named after Karl Theodor Hartweg, a notable botanist and plant collector, reflecting its discovery during botanical explorations.
2. Flaming Torch (Kniphofia uvaria)
- Botanical Characteristics: Also known as Red Hot Poker or Torch Lily, this plant is famous for its bright, upright spires of densely clustered flowers that transition from fiery red at the top to yellow at the bottom.
- Significance: The Flaming Torch is a popular garden plant, particularly valued for its dramatic appearance and ability to attract pollinators such as hummingbirds. Its robust nature and striking inflorescence make it a favorite in ornamental horticulture.
3. Melinoni's Bromeliad (Aechmea melinonii)
- Botanical Characteristics: This bromeliad displays a large, dense cluster of star-shaped red flowers, surrounded by thick, fleshy green leaves.
- Significance: Native to tropical regions, Melinoni's Bromeliad is notable for its striking flower head and architectural foliage which make it an ideal candidate for tropical and subtropical gardens. It's also commonly used as an indoor plant due to its low maintenance needs and air-purifying qualities.
Broader Implications
These plants are not only significant for their aesthetic and ecological benefits but also for their role in the study of botany and the global trade of ornamental plants. Each species represents the botanical diversity explored during the 19th and early 20th centuries, often being featured in botanical magazines such as "Revue Horticole," which sought to document and share knowledge about rare and exotic plants from around the world.
Their inclusion in such detailed botanical illustrations also speaks to the era's advancements in botanical art, primarily through chromolithography—a technique that allowed these intricate details and vibrant colors to be reproduced faithfully, enhancing both scientific documentation and public appreciation of plant diversity.
Technique Used:
The technique used for these prints is chromolithography, a method for making multi-color prints. This process involves using multiple lithographic stones, each inked with a different color and carefully aligned to produce the final image. Chromolithography was celebrated for its ability to produce vibrant, detailed, and accurate representations of original artworks, making it particularly suited for detailed botanical illustrations like those in "Revue Horticole."
These factors combine to make the prints not only a beautiful artistic addition but also a valuable educational tool for those interested in botany and horticulture.
- Dimensions:Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 6.3 in (16 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 3
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1855
- Condition:Condition: Very good, given age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13761-19, BG-13761-20, BG-13761-211stDibs: LU3054341424792
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