Since long before photography, high-resolution scanning, or sophisticated microscope technology could exert their immeasurable impact on the way we view plants and flowers, human beings have been drawn to replicate their sinuous shapes and colours both for scientific and for aesthetic purposes. The proof exists in abundance, from ancient stone carvings and early watercolour paintings, to explorers’ diagrams, made on discovery of new terrains, and eye-wateringly close shots…
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