Framed Print : Oyster mushroom, Agaricus ostreatus
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Oyster mushroom, Agaricus ostreatus
Oyster mushroom, Agaricus ostreatus.. Oyster mushroom, Agaricus ostreatus. Chromolithograph of an illustration by Mordecai Cubitt Cooke from A Plain and Easy Account of British Fungi, Robert Hardwicke, London 1862. Cooke (1825-1914) was an English botanist and mycologist who worked at the India Museum and the Royal Botanic Garden at Kew
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Media ID 14208032
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1862 Account Agaricus Cooke Cubitt Easy Fungi Mordecai Mushroom Mycology Oyster Plain
18"x14" Modern Frame
Bring the beauty of the natural world into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning image showcases the Oyster Mushroom, Agaricus ostreatus, captured in intricate detail from a chromolithograph illustration by Mordecai Cubitt Cooke from A Plain and Easy Account of British Fungi. The Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online is a timeless addition to any room, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication. Each print is carefully framed with a sleek and modern design, ensuring a high-quality presentation that will impress any viewer. Bring a piece of natural history into your home today with our Framed Prints of the Oyster Mushroom.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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 stunning chromolithograph depicts the Oyster mushroom, Agaricus ostreatus, as illustrated by Mordecai Cubitt Cooke for A Plain and Easy Account of British Fungi, published in London in 1862. Cooke, an English botanist and mycologist, created this exquisite work during his tenure at the India Museum and the Royal Botanic Garden at Kew. The Oyster mushroom, with its fan-shaped, ivory-colored caps and delicate, overlapping gills, is a popular edible mushroom found in various parts of the world. Its common name derives from its resemblance to the shell of an oyster. Cooke's illustration showcases the intricate details of the Oyster mushroom's anatomy, providing a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of fungi during the Victorian era. The chromolithograph process, which involves the transfer of an image from a series of lithographic stones onto a single sheet, allowed for vibrant, detailed, and accurate reproductions, making this an essential resource for mycologists and natural historians of the time. A Plain and Easy Account of British Fungi was one of the most comprehensive works on British fungi during the 19th century, featuring over 600 species. Cooke's meticulous illustrations, combined with detailed descriptions, made this work an invaluable contribution to the field of mycology and the study of fungi. This image of the Oyster mushroom not only highlights the beauty of this edible fungus but also serves as a testament to Cooke's exceptional talent and dedication to documenting the natural world.
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