Specimens of the Coquito Palm of Chile in Camden Park, New South Wales 1880

Marianne North’s *Specimens of the Coquito Palm of Chile in Camden Park, New South Wales* is a detailed botanical illustration depicting a grove of palm trees in Camden Park, New South Wales. Painted in 1880, North’s work is characterized by her meticulous attention to detail and the use of vivid colors to capture the beauty of the natural world. This painting highlights North’s passion for botany, which she combined with her artistic talents to create a unique body of work. It is a testament to the diversity and beauty of the natural world and is an example of North’s work as an artist and a passionate advocate for the study of plants.