Rhexia speciosa, engraved by Bouquet, plate 4 from Part VI of Voyage to Equinoctial Regions of the New Continent by Friedrich Alexander, Baron von Humboldt 1769-1859 and Aime Bonpland 1773-1858 pub. 1806

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"Rhexia speciosa, Engraved by Bouquet, Plate 4 from Part VI of 'Voyage to the Equinoctial Regions of the New Continent'" is a notable botanical illustration from the early 19th century, produced during an era of significant exploration and scientific discovery. This particular plate is part of a larger work documenting the findings of the renowned Prussian naturalist and explorer Friedrich Alexander, Baron von Humboldt (1769–1859), and the French botanist Aimé Bonpland (1773–1858). Their collaborative publication, "Voyage to the Equinoctial Regions of the New Continent," was first published in 1806 and is considered a seminal work in the field of biogeography and natural history.

The illustration of Rhexia speciosa is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and the dedication to scientific accuracy that characterized the botanical studies of the era. The engraving was executed by Bouquet, an artist whose work contributed to the visual documentation of the diverse plant species encountered by Humboldt and Bonpland during their extensive travels in the Americas.

Pierre Jean François Turpin (1775–1840), one of the most distinguished botanical illustrators of his time, was responsible for the publication of this plate. Turpin's contributions to botanical art are characterized by their precision and beauty, making the works valuable both scientifically and aesthetically.

The "Voyage to the Equinoctial Regions of the New Continent" provided an unprecedented look at the flora and fauna of the Americas and contributed to the broader understanding of the natural world. The inclusion of Rhexia speciosa in this collection highlights the diversity of plant life studied by Humboldt and Bonpland and underscores the importance of their expedition to the scientific community. The work remains an important historical record and continues to be referenced by botanists, ecologists, and historians interested in the early documentation of the natural world.

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