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Reproduction of print showing Plantago plant, between 1915 and 1925. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Reproduction of print showing Plantago plant, between 1915 and 1925. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Reproduction of print showing Plantago plant, between 1915 and 1925. Photograph of a (left) woodcut, from "Gart der Gesundheit", 1485; (right) woodcut, from Leonard Fuchs, "De historia stirpium", Basel, 1542
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Botanical Botany Herbal Insect Insects Lantern Slides 1910 1930 Gmgpc Scorpion Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin Leonhart Fuchs
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This print by Frances Benjamin Johnston showcases a comparison of two woodcut illustrations of the Plantago plant from different eras: one from the "Gart der Gesundheit" (Garden of Health), published between 1485 and 1510, and the other from Leonard Fuchs' "De Historia Stirpium" (History of Plants), published in Basel between 1542 and 1545. The left image depicts the Plantago plant with an accompanying insect, believed to be a scorpion, while the right image illustrates the plant in greater detail. Frances Benjamin Johnston, an American photographer and historian, reproduced these woodcuts in the 1910s or 1920s for her lantern slides collection. The print serves as a testament to the rich botanical heritage, spanning six centuries, from the 15th to the 20th century. The intricacy and detail of these woodcut illustrations are awe-inspiring, providing a glimpse into the meticulous work of the herbalists and botanists of their time. The Library of Congress houses this precious piece of history, a reminder of the importance of preserving and documenting our natural world. The contrast between the ancient and modern representations of the Plantago plant highlights the evolution of botanical knowledge and the advancement of scientific illustration techniques over the centuries. This print is a must-have for anyone interested in botany, history, or the art of botanical illustrations.
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