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Hatchet-leav d fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum dolabriforme
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Hatchet-leav d fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum dolabriforme
Hatchet-leav d fig marigold, Mesembryanthemum dolabriforme. Handcolured copperplate engraving and botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Curtis The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving and botanical illustration depict the Hatchet-leav'd Fig Marigold, Mesembryanthemum dolabriforme. Created by renowned botanical artist James Sowerby for William Curtis' The Botanical Magazine, published in Lambeth Marsh, London in 1787, this illustration showcases the intricate details and beauty of this unique marigold species. The Hatchet-leav'd Fig Marigold, also known as the Hatchet-leaved Mesembryanthemum, is a succulent plant native to South Africa. Its common name derives from the distinctive shape of its leaves, which resemble the blade of a hatchet. The plant produces small, yellow, daisy-like flowers with a central fig-like structure, hence the second part of its scientific name, dolabriforme, meaning "fig-shaped." Sowerby's illustration captures the plant's vibrant colors and textures with remarkable accuracy, making it an essential addition to any botanical collection. The intricate engraving technique used in the production of this print allowed for the finest details to be captured, providing a detailed and accurate record of the plant's appearance. The Botanical Magazine, founded by William Curtis in 1787, was a groundbreaking publication that aimed to document and disseminate knowledge about the natural world. Sowerby's illustrations, along with those of other talented botanical artists, played a crucial role in advancing scientific understanding and appreciation of the natural world during the Age of Enlightenment. This beautiful and intricately detailed illustration of the Hatchet-leav'd Fig Marigold is a testament to the artistry and scientific rigor of the time, and a reminder of the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations.
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