Fine Art Print : Aloe succotrina, fynbos aloe & Aloe vera, true aloe
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Aloe succotrina, fynbos aloe & Aloe vera, true aloe
Sketch 249 from the Ehret Collection of Sketches (unbound) by Georg Dionysius Ehret (1708-1770). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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18th Century Aloe Asparagaceae Asparagales Ehret Fynbos Georg Dionysius Georg Dionysius Ehret Medicinal Monocot Monocotyledon Aloe Succotrina Aloe Vera Angiospermae Fynbos Aloe Magnoliophyta
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty of nature with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from the Media Storehouse range. Featuring three captivating sketches of Aloe succotrina, fynbos aloe, and Aloe vera, these prints are taken from the Ehret Collection of Sketches held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. Each print showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors of these succulent plants, captured by the skilled hand of Georg Dionysius Ehret in 1755. Bring a touch of the natural world into your home or office with these beautifully preserved, rights-managed reproductions from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This sketch, titled Sketch 249 from the Ehret Collection of Sketches (unbound), showcases three distinct varieties of Aloe plants: Aloe succotrina, Fynbos Aloe, and Aloe vera. Dated back to the 18th century, this exquisite drawing was created by the renowned botanical artist, Georg Dionysius Ehret (1708-1770). Held in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, this precious artwork is a testament to Ehret's exceptional talent and dedication to documenting the natural world. The central focus of the illustration is the Aloe succotrina, a succulent plant native to South Africa, characterized by its rosette of fleshy leaves and clusters of pink flowers. To the left, the Fynbos Aloe, also known as the Fynbos aloe or Aloe marlothii, is depicted with its distinctive tall, spiky inflorescence adorned with pink and orange flowers. Lastly, the iconic Aloe vera, or true aloe, is illustrated on the right, revealing its characteristic rosette of thick, fleshy leaves, which have long been used for medicinal purposes due to their soothing and healing properties. As an essential contribution to the fields of botany and art, this sketch is a prime example of the Angiospermae, or flowering plants, within the Magnoliophyta division, specifically the monocotyledonous order of the Asparagales. Ehret's meticulous attention to detail and artistic mastery have resulted in an enduring work that continues to inspire and educate generations of botanists and art enthusiasts alike.
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