Fritillaria imperialis Aurora (crown imperial) plate 23 from the Nassau Florilegium

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Fritillaria imperialis 'Aurora', commonly known as the crown imperial, is the subject of Plate 23 from the Nassau Florilegium, a collection of botanical illustrations commissioned by Prince Johann Ludwig von Nassau-Idstein in the 17th century. The artwork, created by the German botanical artist Johann Jakob Walther, depicts the striking 'Aurora' cultivar of Fritillaria imperialis, a species known for its distinctive, bell-shaped flowers and a prominent tuft of leaves atop the flower cluster, which gives the appearance of a crown.

The Nassau Florilegium is an important historical record of the plants cultivated in the gardens of Idstein Castle, reflecting the horticultural interests and the exchange of botanical knowledge during the Baroque period. Walther's illustrations within the Florilegium are celebrated for their accuracy and artistic merit, contributing to the scientific and aesthetic understanding of the flora of the time.

Plate 23, featuring Fritillaria imperialis 'Aurora', is particularly noted for its vivid portrayal of the plant's rich orange-red blossoms and the intricate details of its form and structure. The illustration not only serves as a botanical reference but also as a work of art, capturing the natural beauty and the cultivated sophistication of the gardens that were under the patronage of the prince.

Johann Jakob Walther's contribution to the Nassau Florilegium, including the Fritillaria imperialis 'Aurora', is a testament to the intersection of art, science, and the cultural practices of garden design and plant collection in the 17th century. The Florilegium remains a valuable resource for historians, botanists, and art enthusiasts, offering insight into the botanical diversity and horticultural achievements of the era.

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