Silver maple and potato - Silver maple, Acer saccharinum 1, and potato, Solanum tuberosum 2, tubers a, b, c. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1795

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Silver maple and potato - Silver maple, Acer saccharinum 1, and potato, Solanum tuberosum 2, tubers a, b, c. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1795

FLO4573889 Silver maple and potato - Silver maple, Acer saccharinum 1, and potato, Solanum tuberosum 2, tubers a, b, c. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1795.; (add.info.: Silver maple and potato - Silver maple, Acer saccharinum 1, and potato, Solanum tuberosum 2, tubers a, b, c. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1795.); © Florilegius

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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder showcases the beauty and diversity of nature with a depiction of a Silver maple, Acer saccharinum, alongside potatoes, Solanum tuberosum. The intricate details of the silver maple leaves and the different variants of potato tubers (labeled as a, b, c) are brought to life through delicate coloring and precise line work. Dating back to 1795 in Weimar, this botanical illustration captures the essence of 18th-century natural history studies. The image serves as both an educational tool for children and a piece of art that highlights the intricacies of plant life. The juxtaposition of these two plants in one print is not only visually appealing but also symbolizes the interconnectedness of different species in our ecosystem. It reminds us of the importance of biodiversity and how each plant plays a unique role in sustaining life on Earth. As we admire this historical artwork, we are reminded to appreciate the wonders of nature around us and strive to protect and preserve it for future generations. This engraving serves as a timeless reminder of the beauty and complexity found within even the simplest elements of our natural world.

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