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ALEXANDER MARSHAL (C. 1620-82)

Auriculas (Primula x pubescens)

c. 1650-82

RCIN 924281

The auricula was one of the most popular and sought-after flowers of the seventeenth century, and more than a thousand varieties were cultivated. Striped varieties appeared in the early years of the century, and doubles were popular. At top left Marshal has painted a prized rarity: a double, striped flower.


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