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Cloth of gold crocus, Crocus reticulatus
Cloth of gold crocus, Crocus reticulatus (Crocus variegatus). Handcoloured lithograph from Diederich von Schlechtendals German Flora (Flora von Deutschland), Jena, 1871
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Cloth Crocus Deutschland Diederich Flora Reticulatus Schlechtendal Variegatus
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This exquisite handcoloured lithograph depicts the Cloth of Gold Crocus, Crocus reticulatus (also known as Crocus variegatus), a rare and beautiful spring-blooming plant native to Central Asia. The intricately detailed illustration is taken from Diederich von Schlechtendal's renowned botanical work, "Flora von Deutschland" (Flora of Germany), published in Jena, Germany, in 1871. The Cloth of Gold Crocus is renowned for its stunning golden-yellow petals, which are adorned with intricate red veins and flecks, resembling the texture of fine cloth. The plant's name derives from this striking resemblance. The lithograph captures the delicate beauty of the crocus in all its glory, with each petal's vein and texture meticulously rendered in vibrant colors. The background is kept simple, allowing the flower to take center stage. This botanical illustration is not only a testament to the artist's skill but also a valuable record of the plant's appearance, as it was one of the first detailed depictions of the Cloth of Gold Crocus in Europe. The illustration is a reminder of the rich history of botanical exploration and documentation, and the beauty and diversity of the natural world.
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