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Common heath, Epacris impressa
Common heath or Pitted epacris, Epacris impressa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by S. Nevitt after a botanical illustration by Miss Sara Maund from Benjamin Maund and the Rev. John Stevens Henslows The Botanist, London, 1836
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Benjamin Botanist Common Epacris Heath Henslow Maund Nevitt Pitted Sara Stevens Miss
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the beauty of nature into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the Common Heath, Epacris impressa. This stunning botanical image, hand-colored from a rare 19th-century copperplate engraving by S. Nevitt after a botanical illustration by Miss Sara Maund, is now available in a modern and vibrant metal print format. The high-quality metal print preserves the intricate details and rich colors of the original illustration, making it a unique and captivating addition to any room. Elevate your decor with this exquisite piece of botanical art.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the Common Heath, Epacris impressa, a charming native plant of Australia and New Zealand. The botanical illustration was meticulously created by the skilled artist, Miss Sara Maund, and masterfully engraved by S. Nevitt for Benjamin Maund and the Reverend John Stevens Henslow's esteemed publication, "The Botanist," published in London in 1836. The Common Heath, also known as Pitted Epacris, is a low-lying shrub with small, tubular, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in shades of pink, purple, and white. The plant's common name derives from its preference for growing in heathlands and moorlands. The intricate details of the flowers and leaves are beautifully captured in this engraving, revealing the delicate beauty of this Victorian garden favorite. Miss Maund's illustration is a testament to the dedication and precision of Victorian botanical artists and their collaborators in the field of botany. The copperplate engraving process, which involved transferring the image from the original drawing to a copper plate and then etching it with acid, was a labor-intensive technique that produced highly detailed and accurate representations of plants. This image of the Common Heath invites us to appreciate the intricacies of nature and the artistry of botanical illustration during the Victorian era. The engraving is a valuable historical record of the botanical knowledge of the time and a visual delight for anyone interested in botany, horticulture, or the history of art.
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