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Paeonia officinalis, common peony
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Paeonia officinalis, common peony
Drawing 1/25 made in 1905 by Arthur Harry Church (1865-1937). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Arthur Harry Church Eudicot Paeonia Paeoniaceae Paeony Peony Saxifragales Angiospermae Common Peony Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Paeonia Officinalis
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite botanical drawing, titled "Paeonia officinalis" and dated 1905, is a stunning representation of the common peony (Paeonia officinalis) by the skilled hand of Arthur Harry Church. The drawing is part of the extensive botanical collection held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. Paeonia officinalis, commonly known as the common peony or European peony, is a herbaceous perennial flowering plant that belongs to the family Paeoniaceae, order Saxifragales, class Magnoliopsida, and subclass Rosidae. It is an angiosperm, meaning it produces seeds enclosed in an ovary, and a eudicot, which is a type of dicotyledon, characterized by having two seed leaves. The drawing showcases the vibrant, fully bloomed flower of the common peony in all its glory. The large, velvety red petals are arranged in a circular fashion around the central, golden-yellow stamen, creating a striking contrast. The leaves are depicted as glossy, green, and palmate, with lobes that radiate from a central point. Arthur Harry Church was a renowned botanical artist of the Victorian era, known for his meticulous attention to detail and exceptional skill in capturing the essence of various plant species. His work, including this beautiful drawing of the common peony, is a testament to the artistry and scientific rigor of the botanical illustrations produced during the 19th century. This drawing serves as a reminder of the rich botanical heritage that exists within the Natural History Museum's collections and the importance of preserving and studying these valuable resources for future generations.
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