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Fine Art Print : Dyers weed or German greenweed, Genista germanica
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Dyers weed or German greenweed, Genista germanica
Dyers weed or German greenweed, Genista germanica. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557. This from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and in English manuscript
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Media ID 23191606
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Adam Captions Dyers Edition Genista Germanica Herb Herbal Krauterbuch Latin Lonicer Maior Minor Pirate Weed Woodblock Woodcut Flos Greenweed Tinctorius
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty of nature with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints featuring Dyers Weed or German Greenweed from the Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, a rare and captivating botanical illustration from 1557. This intricately detailed handcoloured woodblock engraving showcases the delicate charm of Genista germanica, a plant that has captured the imagination of botanists and artists for centuries. Add a touch of history and natural wonder to your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, now available through Mary Evans Prints Online.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 exquisite handcoloured woodblock engraving depicts Dyers Weed, or German Greenweed (Genista germanica), a plant that has held significant botanical and medicinal interest for centuries. The illustration is taken from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, published in Frankfurt in 1557. This particular print is from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, featuring captions in various languages including Latin, Greek, French, Italian, and English manuscript. Dyers Weed, also known as Greater St John's Wort, is a shrub native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. Its yellow flowers bloom from June to September and have been used for dyeing textiles, particularly wool, since ancient times. The plant contains a yellow pigment called luteolin, which gives the fabric its distinctive hue. Beyond its use as a natural dye, Dyers Weed has a rich history in traditional medicine. It was believed to have various therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antiviral effects. The plant was used to treat wounds, skin conditions, and even mental health issues such as melancholy and depression. The intricate details of this botanical illustration showcase the beauty and complexity of the plant, with its delicate flowers and intertwining stems. The use of multiple languages in the captions reflects the global reach of botanical knowledge during the Renaissance period, as European explorers and scholars exchanged ideas and discoveries across borders. This engraving serves as a testament to the importance of botany in both scientific and artistic pursuits during the 16th and 17th centuries.
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