Dracunculus vulgaris, Dragon Arum (after Peter Henderson)
Thornton
Category
Art / Prints
Date
1801
Materials
Aquatint with watercolour on paper
Measurements
724 x 564 x 17 mm
Place of origin
London
Order this imageCollection
Dudmaston, Shropshire
NT 813546
Summary
Print, coloured mezzotint, Dracunculus vulgaris, Dragon Arum by Peter Henderson, Engraved illustration of a 'Dragon Arum'. Black centre to large single pointed purple flower, framed by thick scrolling foliage. An active volcano and lightning in storming landscape background. Printed for Dr. Thorntons “Temple of Flora”.
Provenance
Lady Labouchere collection.
Marks and inscriptions
'Henderson pinxt.' (printed left)
Makers and roles
Thornton , engraver and publisher Peter Henderson, artist