Booah Lontar or Palmyra Borassus, from 'Drawings of Plants from Malacca', c.1805-18

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"Booah Lontar or Palmyra Borassus" is a botanical illustration from the collection 'Drawings of Plants from Malacca', which dates back to the period between 1805 and 1818. The artwork is attributed to an anonymous artist and is part of a larger body of work that documents the flora of the Malacca region, which was an important trading port and a center of cultural exchange during the British colonial period in what is now Malaysia.

The illustration depicts the Palmyra palm (Borassus flabellifer), also known as the toddy palm, lontar, or tala palm, which is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. This species of palm is known for its versatility and economic importance, as various parts of the plant are used for food, shelter, and other traditional uses. The drawing likely served a scientific purpose, contributing to the botanical knowledge of the time by providing detailed visual documentation of the species.

The 'Drawings of Plants from Malacca' collection is significant as it represents an intersection of art, science, and colonial history. The illustrations provide insight into the botanical diversity of the Malacca region and the interests of European naturalists in cataloging and understanding the natural world during the age of exploration and colonial expansion. The anonymity of the artist adds a layer of historical mystery, leaving viewers to appreciate the work solely on the basis of its aesthetic and scientific value.

As a piece of historical botanical art, "Booah Lontar or Palmyra Borassus" is an important cultural artifact that reflects the rich biodiversity of Malacca and the broader region, as well as the practices of documentation and representation in the early 19th century. The illustration is not only a testament to the natural beauty of the Palmyra palm but also an example of the detailed observational skills of artists of the period, whose work played a crucial role in the advancement of botanical knowledge.

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