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Germinating seeds of the pea Pisum sativum
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Germinating seeds of the pea Pisum sativum
Germinating seeds of the pea Pisum sativum and bean Phaseolus vulgaris.. Handcoloured copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtiss Lectures on Botany, as delivered in the Botanic Garden at Lambeth, 1805. Edwards (1768-1819) was the artist of thousands of botanical plates for Curtis Botanical Magazine and his own Botanical Register
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1805 Bean Curtis Edwards Lambeth Lectures Pisum Sativum Seed Sydenham Vulgaris Germinating Phaseolus
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the early stages of life for two beloved legume species: Pisum sativum, the pea, and Phaseolus vulgaris, the common bean. The intricately detailed illustration, created by the skilled hand of Sydenham Edwards in 1805, was produced for William Curtis' Lectures on Botany, delivered at the Botanic Garden in Lambeth. Edwards, an accomplished botanical artist, contributed thousands of plates to the esteemed Curtis Botanical Magazine and his own Botanical Register. His meticulous work captures the essence of these germinating seeds, revealing the delicate intricacies of their structures as they begin their journey towards becoming mature plants. The pea seed, with its distinctive swirl of radicle and plumule, lies at the center of the image, its potential for growth already inherent within its tiny form. Nearby, the bean seed's embryo is poised to emerge, its root tip already beginning to extend downwards in search of nourishment. This historical image not only showcases the beauty and complexity of nature but also provides a glimpse into the past, offering a connection to the rich botanical knowledge of the early 19th century. The intricate engraving process, combined with Edwards' artistic talent, results in an enduring testament to the wonders of the natural world.
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