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Broad-leaved spurge, Euphorbia epithymoides
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Broad-leaved spurge, Euphorbia epithymoides
Broad-leaved spurge, Euphorbia epithymoides. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing by John Curtis for Samuel Curtis continuation of William Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1822
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Broad Leaved Curtis Euphorbia Samuel Spurge Weddell
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the Broad-leaved Spurge, Euphorbia epithymoides, a captivating plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. The engraving, created by Weddell from a drawing by John Curtis, was published in the continuation of William Curtis's Botanical Magazine in London in 1822. The Broad-leaved Spurge is a herbaceous perennial, native to South Africa, characterized by its broad, ovate-elliptic leaves that are covered in fine white hairs. The plant produces clusters of small, greenish-yellow flowers, which are surrounded by distinctive, reddish-brown bracts. These bracts are covered in small, white, waxy glands that secrete a milky sap, a common feature of the Euphorbiaceae family. The intricate details of the leaves, flowers, and bracts are beautifully captured in this engraving, providing a stunning representation of the Broad-leaved Spurge's natural beauty. The delicate shading and coloring add depth and dimension to the image, making it a true work of art. John Curtis, the botanical artist behind the original drawing, was a prominent figure in the field of botanical illustration during the early 19th century. His meticulous attention to detail and accurate representation of plants made him a sought-after artist for various botanical publications, including the Botanical Magazine. The copperplate engraving process, used to create this print, was a popular method for producing high-quality botanical illustrations during this time period. The process involved creating a copper plate etching, which was then covered in a ground, a protective coating of asphaltum or rosin. The artist would then draw on the plate with a sharp tool, etching the lines into the copper. The plate was then cleaned and inked, and the image was transferred to paper through the use of a printing press. The addition of hand-coloring further enhanced the detail and vibrancy of the final image.
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