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Gagea minima
Gagea minima. Handcoloured lithograph from Diederich von Schlechtendals German Flora (Flora von Deutschland), Jena, 1871
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Bulb Deutschland Diederich Flora Gagea Minima Schlechtendal
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty of nature with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece features Gagea minima, a delicate and intricately detailed hand-colored lithograph from Diederich von Schlechtendal's German Flora (Flora von Deutschland), published in Jena, 1871. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this fine art print is a true masterpiece, perfect for adding an elegant touch to any room or creating a stunning focal point. Bring the wonders of botanical art into your home and appreciate the intricacies of nature with every glance.
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 51.3cm (14" x 20.2")
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 exquisite handcoloured lithograph depicts the delicate beauty of Gagea minima, a diminutive bulbous perennial plant belonging to the lily family. The image is taken from Diederich von Schlechtendal's renowned botanical work, "Flora von Deutschland," published in Jena, Germany, in 1871. Gagea minima, also known as the Dwarf Gagea or Bluebell Star-of-Bethlehem, is native to the mountainous regions of Europe, from the Alps to the Carpathians. This charming plant boasts bell-shaped, sky-blue flowers with a white base and yellow throat, which bloom in early spring. The plant's slender, grass-like leaves emerge from the ground shortly after the flowers have withered away. The intricate details of the Gagea minima's flowers and leaves are brilliantly captured in this handcoloured lithograph. The meticulous artistry showcases the delicate veining on the leaves and the intricate patterns on the petals, providing an accurate representation of the plant's natural appearance. The use of vibrant colours adds to the overall allure of this botanical illustration. Botanical illustrations like this one played a crucial role in the scientific documentation and classification of plants during the 19th century. Diederich von Schlechtendal's "Flora von Deutschland" was a significant contribution to the field, featuring over 5,000 plant species and providing a detailed record of the flora of Germany and Central Europe. This image of Gagea minima not only serves as a testament to the artistic skill of the lithographers and colourists of the time but also provides a glimpse into the rich botanical heritage of Europe.
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