Gomphrena 1755 - 1760

"Gomphrena" is a hand-colored botanical illustration by Philip Miller, a prominent English botanist, from 1755-1760. The illustration, featuring the plant Gomphrena globosa, is a fine example of 18th-century botanical art. Miller's meticulous detail and use of color capture the beauty and scientific accuracy of this flowering plant. This piece, now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection, is a testament to Miller's influence on the field of botanical illustration.