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Marsh mallow, Althaea officinalis
Marsh mallow, Althaea officinalis. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880
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Althaea Apothecary Bentley Blair Hanhart Herbal Mallow Marsh Medicinal Officinalis Trimen
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the exquisite Marsh Mallow Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, an enchanting addition to your home or office decor. This beautiful handcoloured lithograph, taken from Robert Bentley and Henry Trim's "Medicinal Plants" published in London, 1880, showcases the intricate details of the Marsh Mallow plant (Althaea officinalis) as illustrated by David Blair and masterfully rendered by Hanhart. Each print is meticulously reproduced from the original source, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Bring the timeless beauty of botanical art into your space and elevate your surroundings with this stunning Marsh Mallow Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" 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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Marsh Mallow, Althaea officinalis, is depicted in this stunning handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart, based on a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's Medicinal Plants, published in London in 1880. The Marsh Mallow plant is a herbaceous perennial native to Europe and Asia, and is now naturalized in many parts of the world. It is characterized by its large, velvety, heart-shaped leaves and tall, erect stems, which can grow up to 1.5 meters in height. The plant produces small, pink or white flowers in the summer, which give way to capsule fruits. Marsh Mallow has a long history of medicinal use, dating back to ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. It was used to treat a variety of ailments, including wounds, burns, and inflammation. The mucilaginous root of the plant was used to make a soothing tea or poultice, which was applied topically to relieve pain and inflammation. The plant was also used internally to treat digestive issues, such as dysentery and diarrhea. The Marsh Mallow plant is rich in mucilage, a substance that gives it its characteristic sticky texture. This mucilage is what makes the plant so effective in treating inflammation and soothing irritated tissues. It is also a demulcent, which means it forms a protective coating over the mucous membranes, helping to reduce inflammation and irritation. This beautiful botanical illustration captures the intricacies of the Marsh Mallow plant in exquisite detail, providing a window into the natural world and the rich history of herbal medicine.
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