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Yellow mountain pansy, Viola lutea
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Yellow mountain pansy, Viola lutea
Yellow mountain pansy, Viola lutea. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1800
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Lutea Pansy Sowerby Viola Smith
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of the Yellow Mountain Pansy, Viola lutea. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this botanical illustration were produced by James Sowerby, a renowned English botanical artist, for James Smith's English Botany, published in the early 19th century. The Yellow Mountain Pansy, also known as the Alpine Pansy or the Luteous Viola, is a native European wildflower that thrives in mountainous regions. Its delicate, yellow flowers bloom in the spring, adding a splash of color to the rocky, alpine landscapes. The botanical illustration captures the Yellow Mountain Pansy's unique features with remarkable accuracy. The engraving reveals the intricate veining on the leaves, the delicate petals of the flower, and the distinctive shape of the seed pod. The hand-coloring adds a level of depth and richness to the illustration, bringing the Yellow Mountain Pansy to life. Botanical illustrations like this one were an essential part of the natural history movement in Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries. They were used to document and record the natural world, providing a detailed and accurate record of plants and their characteristics. The illustrations were also used for educational purposes, helping to advance scientific knowledge and understanding of the natural world. This beautiful and intricately detailed illustration of the Yellow Mountain Pansy is a testament to the skill and artistry of James Sowerby and the importance of botanical illustration in the history of natural history and science.
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