Bilder James Sowerby (1757–1822) – Rubus fruticosus (Common Bramble) – Hand-coloured engraving (c. 1800)

Beskrivning

"Rubus fruticosus" depicts the botanical features of the common bramble, showcasing leafy stems adorned with delicate pink flowers and sharp, distinctive thorns. The illustration meticulously documents the lifecycle of the fruit, displaying berries in various stages of maturity—from green to red, and finally to a ripe, dark-black state. This print is identified as plate number 715 from the monumental series English Botany, published in London. The composition reflects Sowerby's dedication to capturing the precise morphology of native flora for scientific study.

James Sowerby was an English naturalist, illustrator, and mineralogist, best known for his monumental publication English Botany. He founded a family dynasty of natural history artists whose contributions were central to British scientific record-keeping. His work captured the morphology of thousands of plant species with unparalleled accuracy. Sowerby's dedication to field study and detailed illustration made his volumes essential resources for botanists, researchers, and horticulturists throughout the 19th century.

Artist or Maker: James Sowerby.

Dimensions: Approximately 23 cm x 14 cm.

Medium: Hand-coloured engraving.

Date: 1800.

Condition Report:
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