The Night Blowing Cereus or Night-flowering Cactus, engraved by Dunkarton, from The Temple of Flora by Robert Thornton, pub. 1800

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"The Night Blowing Cereus or Night-flowering Cactus" is a notable botanical illustration from "The Temple of Flora," which is the third and final part of "The New Illustration of the Sexual System of Carolus von Linnaeus" by Dr. Robert Thornton, published in 1800. The work is a fine example of the collaboration between artist Philip Reinagle and engraver William Dunkarton, showcasing the unique beauty of the night-blooming cereus, a cactus known for its striking flowers that open after nightfall and close by dawn.

The illustration is distinguished by its meticulous attention to detail and its artistic merit, capturing not only the botanical accuracy but also the aesthetic appeal of the plant. Reinagle's skillful hand rendered the delicate petals and the robust form of the cactus, while Dunkarton's engraving techniques brought depth and texture to the print, making it a masterpiece of botanical art from the late 18th to early 19th century.

"The Temple of Flora" is considered one of the most ambitious and splendid botanical works ever produced, combining scientific precision with the grandeur of fine art. Thornton's work aimed to celebrate the Linnaean system of plant classification and to elevate the study of botany through high-quality illustrations. "The Night Blowing Cereus or Night-flowering Cactus" stands as a testament to this vision, reflecting the era's fascination with natural history and the flowering of botanical illustration as a form of both scientific documentation and artistic expression.

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