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Chinese snowball bush, Viburnum macrocephalum
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Chinese snowball bush, Viburnum macrocephalum
Chinese snowball bush or large-headed gueldres rose, Viburnum macrocephalum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley, London, Ridgeway, 1847
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of the Chinese snowball bush, scientifically known as Viburnum macrocephalum. The illustration, created by the talented Miss Sarah Drake and engraved by George Barclay, was published in the esteemed Edwards Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley, in 1847. The Chinese snowball bush is a stunning shrub native to China and is also known as the large-headed gueldres rose or sydenham viburnum. The illustration captures the bush in full bloom, with its clusters of white, round flowers resembling snowballs, hence the common name. The delicate petals of the flowers are intricately detailed, revealing their intricate structure. The shrub is depicted against a simple background, allowing the beauty of the flowers to take center stage. Miss Sarah Drake was a renowned botanical artist of her time, known for her precise and detailed illustrations. Her ability to capture the essence of the Chinese snowball bush is evident in this engraving. George Barclay's skillful engraving technique further enhances the image, bringing out the intricacies of Miss Drake's original illustration. The Chinese snowball bush was a popular ornamental plant in Victorian gardens, and this engraving would have been a prized possession for any botanical enthusiast or gardener of the time. The illustration is a testament to the beauty and importance of botanical art in the 19th century and continues to be a source of inspiration for gardeners and artists alike today.
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