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Limon barbadorus
Limon barbadorus. Engraving / Etching, from Giovanni Battista Ferrari, Hesperides: sive, De malorum aureorum cultura et usu libri quator. Page 259. Date: 1646
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1646 Battista Cultura Etching Ferrari Giovanni Hesperides Libri Limon Sive
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless beauty of the natural world with our exquisite Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece showcases the striking Limon barbadorus, or Barbary lemon, as depicted in a rare 17th-century engraving by Giovanni Battista Ferrari. Originally published in his Hesperides: sive, De malorum aureorum cultura et usu (Books Four on the Cultivation and Use of Golden Apples), this intricately detailed image transports you back in time. Each print is meticulously reproduced from the original source, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Elevate your home or office with this unique and thought-provoking addition to your decor.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 32.4cm x 53.3cm (12.8" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This enchanting etching by Giovanni Battista Ferrari, taken from his seminal work "Hesperides: sive, De malorum aureorum cultura et usu" published in 1646, showcases the exquisite beauty of the Limon barbadorus, or the Barbados Lime. The image captures the essence of this citrus fruit in its prime, with its vibrant green skin adorned with a golden sheen, and its delicate, intricately veined texture. Ferrari's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the way he has depicted the tiny thorns that line the stem and the small, delicate leaves that surround the fruit. The etching also highlights the rich, earthy background, with its textured surface and the delicate, curling tendrils that add a sense of depth and dimension to the composition. The Limon barbadorus, also known as the West Indian lime or the Barbados lime, is a variety of lime that originated in the Caribbean. It is renowned for its unique flavor, which is sweeter and less acidic than other lime varieties. The fruit was highly prized in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries, and was often used as a status symbol due to its rarity and exotic origins. Ferrari's etching is a testament to the allure and appeal of the Limon barbadorus, and serves as a reminder of the rich cultural and botanical history that surrounds this beloved citrus fruit.
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