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Framed Print : Cupid, Flora, Ceres and Esculapius honouring the bust of Linnaeus
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Cupid, Flora, Ceres and Esculapius honouring the bust of Linnaeus
5856485 Cupid, Flora, Ceres and Esculapius honouring the bust of Linnaeus; (add.info.: Cupid, Flora, Ceres and Esculapius honouring the bust of Linnaeus.
Stipple engraving by Maddochs from a painting by Russell and Opie from Dr. Robert John Thornton's "Temple of Flora, " 1812, Lottery or quarto edition. The illustrations were a mix of aquatint, mezzotint and stipple engravings finished by hand. Dr. Thornton (1768?-1837) was a botanist and publisher who bankrupted himself producing what is now regarded as the greatest English botanical book.); © Florilegius
Media ID 38286774
© © Florilegius / Bridgeman Images
1812 Aquatint Bankrupt Botanist Ceres Cupid Edition Greatest Linnaeus Lottery Mezzotint Original Publisher Quarto Robert Russell Stipple Thornton 1768 1837 Copperplate Opie Thorton
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a touch of classical elegance to your home with this stunning framed print featuring Cupid, Flora, Ceres and Esculapius honouring the bust of Linnaeus. A beautiful piece from Fine Art Finder's collection by Bridgeman Images.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning print captures the essence of classical mythology and botanical artistry, as Cupid, Flora, Ceres, and Esculapius pay homage to the bust of Linnaeus. The intricate details in this stipple engraving by Maddochs from a painting by Russell and Opie are truly mesmerizing.
Dr. Robert John Thornton's "Temple of Flora" is brought to life in this image from 1812, showcasing a mix of aquatint, mezzotint, and stipple engravings that were meticulously finished by hand. Dr. Thornton's dedication to botanical illustration led him to bankruptcy but left behind a legacy as one of the greatest English botanical book publishers.
The fusion of art and science in this piece is undeniable, with each figure symbolizing different aspects of nature and fertility. The delicate lines etched into copperplate bring out the beauty and grace of each character depicted.
As you gaze upon this enchanting scene, you can't help but feel transported back in time to an era where nature was revered and celebrated through artistic expression. This print serves as a reminder of the timeless appeal of botanical illustrations and their ability to captivate audiences for generations to come.
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