The Aqueduct of Morro Velho, Brazil - Marianne North
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Description
A botanical painting by Marianne North depicting the Brazilian countryside, framed by lush vegetation, hummingbirds, and a distant aqueduct. The work exemplifies North's commitment to portraying plants in their natural habitats.
Marianne North (1830-1890) was a prolific British biologist and botanical artist, notable for her extensive travels and detailed depictions of plant life from around the globe. Unlike many botanical illustrators of her time, North prioritised the accurate representation of plants within their natural environments, rather than as isolated specimens. Her dedication led her to create over 800 paintings, now housed in a dedicated gallery at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. 'The Aqueduct of Morro Velho, Brazil' exemplifies North's approach. The painting presents a view of the Brazilian countryside, framed by lush vegetation and hummingbirds. A vine bearing white, bell-shaped flowers arches across the upper portion of the composition, while a large banana flower dominates the foreground. In the distance, an aqueduct spans a deep valley, providing a glimpse into the infrastructure of the region. The colour palette is dominated by greens and blues, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The painting is executed with fine detail, capturing the textures of the leaves and the delicate forms of the hummingbirds.
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The Aqueduct of Morro Velho, Brazil - Marianne North
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Marianne North
She was born in 1830 into a wealthy Norfolk family. Her father was an MP. She trained as a singer, but her voice failed and she turned to painting. She was devoted to her father and travelled with him until his death in 1869, which freed her to go further.
She painted plants in oils, not watercolours, and she painted them in situ within their habitats, including animals, people, and temples. In Borneo she painted a pitcher plant unknown to science, which was named Nepenthes northiana in her honour. Charles Darwin personally suggested she visit Australia. She completed 848 paintings in thirteen years, donated 832 to Kew Gardens, and paid for the gallery to house them herself. The Marianne North Gallery at Kew remains the only permanent solo exhibition in a major UK institution. She died in 1890.
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