The Two Sexes on Different Plants (Spinach)

A botanical engraving from The Temple of Flora by Robert John Thornton, illustrating the male and female forms of the spinach plant. The precise linework and natural colour palette capture the scientific curiosity and artistry of early botanical study. Finished with a warm neutral printed border for a soft, timeless look.

Artist: Robert John Thornton (English, 1768–1837)
Dated: 1799–1810