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Rattlepod, Crotalaria turgida, native to Africa
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Rattlepod, Crotalaria turgida, native to Africa
Rattlepod, Crotalaria turgida, native to Africa.. Handcolored stipple copperplate engraving by Barrois from a botanical illustration by Pancrace Bessa from Mordant de Launays Herbier General de l Amateur, Audot, Paris, 1820
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This exquisite handcolored stipple copperplate engraving depicts the vibrant and intricately detailed flowers of Rattlepod, or Crotalaria turgida, a native African plant. The engraving is derived from a botanical illustration created by the skilled hand of Pancrace Bessa and meticulously engraved by Barrois for Mordant de Launay's Herbier General de l'Amateur, published in Paris in 1820. The Rattlepod, also known as Crotalaria, is a genus of the Fabaceae or pea family, and is native to Africa, with over 400 known species. The name "Rattlepod" comes from the rattling sound made by the seeds when shaken in a container. The plant is characterized by its distinctive, pea-like flowers, which bloom in clusters and come in various shades of yellow, orange, and red. The botanical illustration and engraving process was a labor-intensive and time-consuming technique used during the 18th and 19th centuries to accurately record and document plant specimens. The intricate details of the Rattlepod's flowers are beautifully captured in this engraving, with each petal, vein, and seed meticulously rendered. The handcoloring adds an additional layer of depth and vibrancy to the image, bringing the flowers to life. This historical record of the Rattlepod serves as a testament to the beauty and diversity of African flora, as well as the remarkable skill and dedication of the botanical illustrators and engravers of the time. The engraving is a precious addition to any collection of botanical art or historical records, and a reminder of the rich history of plant discovery and documentation.
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