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Water germander, Teucrium scordium, arum, Arum maculatum, and seed of Iris tuberosa. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557
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Water germander, Teucrium scordium, arum, Arum maculatum, and seed of Iris tuberosa. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557
FLO4668474 Water germander, Teucrium scordium, arum, Arum maculatum, and seed of Iris tuberosa. 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.: Water germander, Teucrium scordium, arum, Arum maculatum, and seed of Iris tuberosa. 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 beauty and intricacy of Water germander, Teucrium scordium, arum, Arum maculatum, and seed of Iris tuberosa. Dating back to 1557 in Frankfurt, this botanical illustration is a true masterpiece of its time.
The detailed depiction of these various plants highlights their importance in medicine and natural history during the 16th century. Each plant is carefully labeled in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and English manuscript, showcasing the international significance of botanical knowledge at that time.
The vibrant colors used to handcolour this engraving bring each plant to life on the page. From the delicate petals of the iris tuberosa to the intricate leaves of water germander and arum maculatum, every detail is meticulously captured by the artist.
This print serves as a valuable historical document for those interested in herbal medicine and botany. It offers a glimpse into how plants were studied and utilized for their medicinal properties centuries ago.
Overall, this woodblock engraving is not only a visually striking piece but also an important artifact from a time when botanical knowledge was rapidly expanding across Europe.
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