The Temple of Flora, or Garden of Nature: The Pontic Rhododendron

1799–1807
(British, 1768–1837)
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In the 18th century, new engraving and etching techniques offered a variety of tonal effects that enhanced botanical prints. While mezzotint (in which the plate is roughened and then the engraver works from dark to light creating different values) and stipple (dots create values) make it possible to create the rich tonal scale and velvety texture of oil paint, aquatint imitates the delicacy and transparency of watercolor and ink wash.
The Temple of Flora, or Garden of Nature:  The Pontic Rhododendron

The Temple of Flora, or Garden of Nature: The Pontic Rhododendron

1799–1807

Robert John Thornton

(British, 1768–1837)
England, late 18th-early 19th Century

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