Home > Arts > Artists > S > Mary Smith
Common vipers bugloss, Echium vulgare
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Common vipers bugloss, Echium vulgare
Common vipers bugloss, Echium vulgare. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Sowerby from James Smiths English Botany, London, 1794
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23202670
© Florilegius/Mary Evans
Bugloss Common Echium Herb Herbal Sowerby Vipers Vulgare Smith
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> S
> Mary Smith
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Related Images
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images August 2021
EDITORS COMMENTS
Common Vipers Bugloss: A Stunning Botanical Portrayal of Echium Vulgare This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of Common Vipers Bugloss (Echium vulgare), a vibrant and captivating herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa, and the Mediterranean. Created by the renowned English botanical illustrator James Sowerby, this masterpiece was published as part of James Smith's English Botany in London, 1794. The Common Vipers Bugloss is characterized by its tall spikes of deep blue, violet, and purple flowers, which attract a diverse range of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and moths. The plant's name derives from the belief that the flowers resemble the hooded head of a viper, while 'bugloss' refers to the plant's fuzzy or 'buggy' leaves. The botanical illustration offers a meticulous and detailed representation of the plant's various features. The engraving highlights the intricacies of the Common Vipers Bugloss's leaves, stems, and flowers, providing an accurate and stunning portrayal of this beloved and historically significant plant. James Sowerby was a prominent figure in the field of botanical illustration during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His work, which includes over 1,300 plates, is celebrated for its exceptional quality and attention to detail. This particular engraving of the Common Vipers Bugloss is a testament to Sowerby's skill and dedication to accurately documenting the natural world. The Common Vipers Bugloss has a rich history of medicinal use, with records dating back to ancient Greece and Rome. The plant was believed to have various therapeutic properties, including the ability to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and promote healing. Today, it is still valued for its ornamental and medicinal uses, making this botanical illustration not only a beautiful work of art but also an important historical record.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
