A Dodder-like climber and a harmless snake
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A Dodder-like climber and a harmless snake
Watercolour by Olivia Fanny Tonge 1858-1949. 180 x 260mm. From one of sixteen sketchbooks presented to the Museum in 1952
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Annotated Anthropology Artefact Artifact Berry Cone Curled Foliage Olivia Fanny Olivia Fanny Tonge Pipe Stem Study Angiospermae Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite watercolor painting by Olivia Fanny Tonge, created in 1858, captures the delicate interplay between a dodder-like climber and a harmless snake in an Indian setting. The artist's skilled hand renders the intricate details of the dodder's tendrils as they curl around the snake's body, creating a striking contrast between the two organic forms. The snake, with its graceful curves and subtle markings, appears unperturbed by the encroaching plant. The painting is part of a collection of sixteen sketchbooks presented to the museum in 1952, offering a glimpse into Tonge's travels and observations in India during the late 19th century. The botanical accuracy of the painting, with its meticulously rendered cone, study, flower, and foliage, attests to Tonge's expertise as a botanical illustrator. The annotated margin of the painting reveals that the dodder is an angiosperm, a flowering plant that relies on other plants for support and nutrients. The snake, identified as harmless, is a common sight in the Indian countryside and adds an intriguing element to the composition. This artwork is not only a beautiful illustration of natural history but also a valuable anthropological object, reflecting the artistic and scientific interests of the colonial era. The pipe in the foreground, a common prop in Tonge's work, adds a sense of nostalgia and personal connection to the piece.
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