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Verdant Splendor: Polypodium and Pachysandra in Botanical Art, 1879
About the Item
This original antique artwork reflects the meticulous work of Thomas Meehan, and the images were published by L.Prang and Company in Boston, known for their exquisite chromolithographic work in the 19th century. The book from which these plates come, "The Native Flowers and Ferns of the United States in Their Botanical, Horticultural, and Popular Aspects," serves as a testament to the rich botanical heritage of the United States and the period's appreciation for natural sciences.
The two botanical prints depict:
Title: "Verdant Splendor: Polypodium and Pachysandra in Botanical Art"
Description:
1. **Polypodium Incarnum** – This print features the evergreen fern Polypodium, known for its leathery, pinnately divided fronds. The illustration captures the fern in fine detail, including its creeping rhizomes and sori patterns on the underside of the leaves, which are clusters of spore-producing organs. Polypodium species are widely appreciated for their hardiness and grace, often found in shaded woodlands and rock crevices.
2. **Pachysandra Procumbens** – Also known as the Allegheny spurge, this plant is a slow-growing ground cover with a spreading habit. The botanical illustration depicts its distinctive, mottled foliage and small, white inflorescences that rise above the leaves in early spring. Pachysandra is valued for its ability to thrive in the dappled shade of forest floors and its use in landscaping for erosion control and as an ornamental feature due to its attractive foliage.
Both illustrations are exemplary of botanical art, aiming to provide accurate representations of plant species for identification and study. They highlight the distinctive features of each plant, showcasing their natural beauty and contributing to the scientific and horticultural knowledge of the time.
- Dimensions:Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:1879
- Condition:Good condition. Some edges a bit rough but not disturbing the image and leaving enough margin to frame these prints nicely. Aged paper with typically warm, yellowish-brown hue. Comes with text leaves.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-12277-1-4, -81stDibs: LU3054337941022
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