Crimson geranium with large flowers, double-zonale
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Crimson geranium with large flowers, double-zonale
Crimson geranium with large flowers, double-zonale pelargonium Jewel (Laxton).. Handcolored botanical drawn and lithographed by W.G. Smith from H.H. Dombrains Floral Magazine 1872. Worthington G. Smith (1835-1917), architect, engraver and mycologist. Smith also illustrated The Gardeners Chronicle. Henry Honywood Dombrain (1818-1905), clergyman gardener, was editor of the Floral Magazine from 1862 to 1873
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1872 Crimson Dombrain Double Geranium Honywood Jewel Pelargonium Worthington Laxton Smith
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This exquisite handcolored botanical print showcases the Crimson geranium with large flowers, double-zonale, also known as Pelargonium Jewel (Laxton). The image was meticulously drawn and lithographed by the skilled hand of Worthington G. Smith in 1872, during his tenure as an illustrator for Henry Honywood Dombrain's Floral Magazine. Smith was a renowned architect, engraver, and mycologist, whose botanical illustrations graced the pages of The Gardeners Chronicle as well. Dombrain, a clergyman gardener, served as the editor of the Floral Magazine from 1862 to 1873. This crimson geranium, with its large, double-zonale blooms, was a popular variety during the Victorian era. The vibrant hue and intricate detail of the petals are captured beautifully in this historical print. The lithographic process used to create the image allowed for a high level of detail and precision, making it an accurate representation of the plant. The Crimson geranium, Pelargonium x hortorum, is a hybrid between Pelargonium zonale and Pelargonium x domesticum. It is a popular choice for gardeners due to its ability to produce large, showy flowers throughout the growing season. The double-zonale variety, such as the Pelargonium Jewel, is prized for its ruffled, frilly petals and abundant blooms. This stunning botanical print is a testament to the beauty and artistry of the Victorian era, and a reminder of the important role that botanical illustrations played in documenting and celebrating the natural world.
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