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Purging buckthorn tree, Rhamnus cathartica, Rhamnus catharticus, Nerprun purgatif
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Purging buckthorn tree, Rhamnus cathartica, Rhamnus catharticus, Nerprun purgatif
5324487 Purging buckthorn tree, Rhamnus cathartica, Rhamnus catharticus, Nerprun purgatif by Maubert, Louis Joseph Edouard (1806-1879); (add.info.: Purging buckthorn tree, Rhamnus cathartica, Rhamnus catharticus, Nerprun purgatif. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincq's La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871.); © Florilegius
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Botanical Art Dupuis Edouard Maubert Flore Medicale Francois Herincq Gerard Herbal Herbal Medicine La Regne Vegetal Medical Botany Oudet Pierre Oscar Reveil Shrub Steel Engraving Vegetal Kingdom Botanical Illustration Botanical Plate Handcoloured Natural Sciences Rhamnus Catharticus
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This print showcases a Purging buckthorn tree, also known as Rhamnus cathartica or Nerprun purgatif. The image is a handcoloured steel engraving created by Louis Joseph Edouard Maubert in the 19th century. It was featured in Pierre Oscar Reveil's renowned botanical publication, "La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale". The print beautifully captures the intricate details of this medicinal tree, highlighting its importance in herbal medicine and agriculture during that time period. The vibrant colors add depth and life to the illustration, making it truly enchanting. Rhamnus cathartica has long been valued for its purgative properties, hence its common name "Purging buckthorn". This species played a significant role in traditional herbal remedies due to its ability to cleanse and detoxify the body. The image transports us back to an era when botanical art flourished as an essential tool for scientific study and documentation. Maubert's skillful engraving technique brings out every delicate feature of this shrub-like plant, allowing us to appreciate nature's intricacy. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece, we are reminded of the rich heritage of botany and how plants have shaped our understanding of medicine throughout centuries. This print serves as a testament to both artistic talent and scientific exploration, capturing the essence of a bygone era where nature's wonders were meticulously recorded for generations to come.
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