Illustrations, of, British, Fungi, (Hymenomycetes), to, serve, as, an, atlas, to, the, 'Handbook, of, British, Fungi', London, Williams, and, Norgate, 1881-91, fungi, Great, Britain, The illustration features a species of mushroom known as Agaricus squarrosus var. mulleri. The image showcases the distinctive characteristics of the mushroom, including its cap, which is adorned with textured scales, and the elongated, slender stalk. Below the main specimen, several smaller mushrooms with similarly textured caps can be seen, highlighting their clustered growth habit. The artwork serves to document the species, with the caption indicating its ecological context as it may relate to rotting vegetation. The inclusion of a scale reference ('8x4') suggests precise measurement, emphasizing the scientific nature of the depiction.