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Kennedia ovata
Kennedia ovata. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke after Thomas Shotter Boys from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1825
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Cabinet Conrad Cooke Loddiges Nursery Ovata Shotter Kennedia
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts Kennedia ovata, also known as Kennedya ovata, a beautiful and intriguing plant native to New South Wales, Australia. The engraving is a masterpiece of botanical illustration, created by George Cooke after Thomas Shotter Boys for Conrad Loddiges' Botanical Cabinet in Hackney, London, in 1825. Kennedia ovata is a climbing plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family, and is also known as the Coral Vine or Love Vine. It is characterized by its attractive, trumpet-shaped, bright red or pink flowers, which bloom in profusion during the summer months. The plant's name derives from the Greek word "kennedon," meaning "eagle," and "eidos," meaning "form," referring to the eagle-like shape of the plant's seeds. This engraving provides a detailed and accurate record of the plant's appearance, capturing the intricacies of its leaves, stems, and flowers. The delicate shading and colouring add depth and texture, bringing the plant to life on the page. The engraving also includes a label with the plant's name, botanical classification, and the name of the artist and publisher. Botanical illustrations such as this one were an essential tool for botanists and collectors during the 19th century, facilitating the discovery, identification, and documentation of new plant species from around the world. Today, they remain valuable records of historical botanical knowledge and serve as works of art in their own right.
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