Orbea verrucosa (Masson) Haw. (Hirsute Stapelia) by Robert Jacob Gordon

Orbea verrucosa (Masson) Haw. (Hirsute Stapelia) Possibly 1777 - 1786

robertjacobgordon

toned paper

light pencil work

blue ink drawing

old engraving style

etching

personal sketchbook

ink colored

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

sketchbook art

This detailed botanical illustration, "Orbea verrucosa (Masson) Haw. (Hirsute Stapelia)," was created by Robert Jacob Gordon, a Dutch-born artist and explorer, between 1777 and 1786. Gordon's meticulous attention to detail and use of watercolor beautifully capture the intricate features of this unique plant species, including the star-shaped flowers and spiky leaves. This work showcases Gordon's talent for botanical illustration and his contributions to the field of natural history, providing viewers with a fascinating glimpse into the diversity of the plant kingdom.