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American aloe, Agave americana
American aloe, Agave americana. Handcoloured lithograph from Diederich von Schlechtendals German Flora (Flora von Deutschland), Jena, 1871
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Agave Aloe Americana Deutschland Diederich Flora Schlechtendal
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the timeless beauty of nature into your home with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece features an intricately hand-colored lithograph of the American Aloe, Agave americana, taken from Diederich von Schlechtendal's German Flora published in 1871. Each print is meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and elevate the aesthetic of any room with its vibrant colors and intricate details.
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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This stunning hand-colored lithograph depicts the American Aloe, Agave americana, also known as the Century Plant or Maguey Sapote. The image is taken from Diederich von Schlechtendal's renowned botanical publication, "Flora von Deutschland" (Flora of Germany), published in Jena, Germany, in 1871. Agave americana is a large, succulent plant native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. It is characterized by its rosette of thick, fleshy leaves, which can grow up to 2 meters in length and 1 meter in width. The plant produces a tall spike of yellow, tubular flowers, which bloom only once in its lifetime, after which it dies and is replaced by offshoots. The American Aloe has been an object of fascination for botanists and gardeners alike for centuries. Its striking appearance and hardiness make it a popular ornamental plant, particularly in arid gardens. The plant's sap has been used traditionally for medicinal purposes, particularly for treating burns and wounds. This beautiful lithograph captures the essence of the American Aloe's grandeur and intricacy. The meticulous hand-coloring brings out the subtle details of the plant's texture and form, making it a true work of art. The image is a testament to the skill and dedication of the botanical illustrators of the 19th century, who meticulously documented the natural world for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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