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Pear rust, Gymnosporangium sabinae
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Pear rust, Gymnosporangium sabinae
Pear rust, Gymnosporangium sabinae (Savine tremella, Tremella sabinae). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1800
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Fungus Pear Rust Sowerby Smith
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This stunning handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts Pear Rust, also known as Gymnosporangium sabinae, Savine tremella, or Tremella sabinae. The image is based on a drawing by the renowned English botanist and artist, James Sowerby, for James Smith's English Botany, published in 1800. Pear Rust is a fungus that affects pear trees, causing characteristic orange-red to brown pustules on the undersides of leaves during the spring. The disease is caused by the fungus Gymnosporangium sabinae, which overwinters on the leaves of Crabapple trees, and infects Pear trees during the summer. The intricate detail of this engraving showcases the complex nature of the Pear Rust fungus, with its spores and fruiting bodies depicted in exquisite detail. The vibrant handcolouring adds depth and texture to the image, bringing out the subtle nuances of the fungus's form. James Sowerby was a prolific botanical artist and scientist, who made significant contributions to the field of natural history. His illustrations were published in numerous works, including James Smith's English Botany, which was one of the most comprehensive botanical records of the British Isles at the time. This beautiful engraving is a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world, and serves as a reminder of the important role that botanical illustrations played in documenting and understanding the natural history of our planet.
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