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Balloon plant, Cardiospermum halicacabum, and goosefoot. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557
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Balloon plant, Cardiospermum halicacabum, and goosefoot. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557
FLO4669180 Balloon plant, Cardiospermum halicacabum, and goosefoot. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557. This from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and in English manuscript.; (add.info.: Balloon plant, Cardiospermum halicacabum, and goosefoot. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557. This from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and in English manuscript.); © Florilegius
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This stunning handcoloured woodblock engraving from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch showcases the intricate beauty of the Balloon plant, Cardiospermum halicacabum, and goosefoot. Dating back to 1557 in Frankfurt, this botanical illustration is a true masterpiece of 16th-century European natural history.
The detailed depiction of these plants not only serves as a visual delight but also highlights their medicinal properties. The Balloon plant, known for its unique seed pods resembling balloons, has been used for centuries in traditional medicine for various ailments. Cardiospermum halicacabum, with its heart-shaped seeds and vine-like appearance, is another valuable herb with therapeutic benefits.
Accompanied by captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and English manuscript languages, this print offers a glimpse into the diverse cultural influences on botanical studies during that time period. It is a testament to the importance placed on understanding and documenting the natural world by early botanists like Adam Lonicer.
Whether you are an art enthusiast or a lover of herbal lore, this historical print is sure to captivate your imagination and transport you back to a time when scientific exploration was intertwined with artistic expression. Dive into the world of 16th-century botanicals with this exquisite piece from Florilegius captured by Bridgeman Images.
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