Besler Collection (page 2)

BLUEBELL AND MORNING GLORY. Common morning glory (Convolvulaceae), Bluebell (Campanulaceae) and Imperial morning glory (Convolvulaceae)

ARTEMISIAE & RESEDA. Lemon-scented southernwood (Artemisia abrotanum), left, bastard reseda (Reseda lutea), center, and tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus)

MARIGOLDS, 1613. Multiflorous Aztec marigold, or African marigold, with French marigolds on either side. Engraving for Basilius Beslers " Florilegium, " Nuremberg, 1613

Pseudocolocynthis pomiformis by Basil Besler
Pseudocolocynthis pomiformis from Hortus Eystettensis by Basil Besler

MELOCACTUS, 1613. Melocactus and Rosa Hiericontea. Engraving from Basilius Beslers Hortus Eystettensis, 1613

ALOE BARBADENSIS, 1613. Aloe barbadensis. Engraving from Basilius Beslers Hortus Eystettensis, 1613

HORTUS EYSTETTENSIS, 1613. Engraving from Hortus Eystettensis with botanicals from the garden of Eichstatt in Bavaria, Germany. Engraving by Basilius Besler, 1613

BASILIUS BESLER (1561-1629). German botanist. Engraving from Hortus Eystettensis. Engraving, 1613

Peppermint (Mentha cervina); weld (Reseda luteola), a European mignonette yielding yellow dye; and pennyroyal
PENNYROYAL AND MINT, 1613. Peppermint (Mentha cervina); weld (Reseda luteola), a European mignonette yielding yellow dye; and pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium), used for medicinal purposes

Mandrake (Solanaceae), left, and buttercup (Rannunculaceae): engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium
MANDRAKE AND BUTTERCUP. Mandrake (Solanaceae), left, and buttercup (Rannunculaceae): engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published in Nuremberg in 1613

IIII: White narcissus with yellow trumpet, I: Double-flowered blue hepatica, V: Grape hyacinth
HEPATICA AND NARCISSUS. IIII: White narcissus with yellow trumpet, I: Double-flowered blue hepatica, V: Grape hyacinth, III: White trumpet narcissus, II: White hepatica

Melon (Cucurbitaceae), orange-colored tomato (Solanaceae) and watermelon (Cucurbitaceae)
TOMATO & WATERMELON 1613. Melon (Cucurbitaceae), orange-colored tomato (Solanaceae) and watermelon (Cucurbitaceae): engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published in Nuremberg in 1613

Common asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) and asparagus shoots: engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium
BOTANY: ASPARAGUS, 1613. Common asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) and asparagus shoots: engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published in Nuremberg in 1613

(Piper sp. ) In fruit and in flower: engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published in Nuremberg in 1613
RED PEPPER PLANTS, 1613. (Piper sp.) In fruit and in flower: engraving for Basilius Beslers " Florilegium, " published in Nuremberg in 1613

Italian artichoke head (Cynara scolymus): engraving from Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published in Nuremberg in 1613
ARTICHOKE, 1613. Italian artichoke head (Cynara scolymus): engraving from Basilius Beslers " Florilegium, " published in Nuremberg in 1613

Pomegranate (Punica granatum), center; and plantain weeds (Plantag major)
POMEGRANATE, 1613. Pomegranate (Punica granatum), center; and plantain weeds (Plantag major). Engraving for Basilius Beslers " Florilegium, " printed at Nuremberg in 1613

BOTANY: SEA LAVENDER. Buckhorn (left), sea lavender (center), and small calamint. Engraving from Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published at Nuremberg, Germany, in 1613

FORGET-ME-NOT & ACANTHUS. Wild blue forget-me-not (top left), spiny acanthus (center), and wild pale blue forget-me-not (top right)

SUNFLOWER. Engraving from Basilius Beslers Hortus Eystettensis, 1613
SUNFLOWER. Engraving from Basilius Beslers " Hortus Eystettensis, " 1613

SAINT-JOHN S-WORT, 1613. Saint-John s-wort (Hypericum androsaemum), center; stinking tutsan (Hypericum hircinum), left; and wild Saint-John s-wort, right: engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium

MASTERWORT, SOAPWORT. Masterwort (Umbelliferae), bouncing bet or soapwort (Caryophyllaceae) and wild valerian (Valerianaceae)

0047458VIOLETS, 1613. 5 forms of sweet violet (Viola adorata): engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium
0047458VIOLETS, 1613. 5 forms of sweet violet (Viola adorata): engraving for Basilius Beslers " Florilegium, " published in Nuremberg in 1613

LILAC AND BOX, 1613. White lilac (Oleaceae), box (Buxaceae) and mauve lilac (Oleaceae). Engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published in Nuremberg in 1613

CACTUS: OPUNTIA, 1613. Opuntia ficus-indica(?): engraving from Basilius Beslers Hortus Eystettensis (Altdorf, 1613)
CACTUS: OPUNTIA, 1613. Opuntia ficus-indica(?): engraving from Basilius Beslers " Hortus Eystettensis" (Altdorf, 1613)

JASMINE, 1613. IV: wild jasmine (Jasmium fruticans); III: broom tops (Cytisus scoparius); II: creeping dwarf broom (Chamaecytisus supines); and I: dorycnium (Dorycnium hirsutum)

SAGE, 1613. Blue-flowered sage, white-flowered sage and violet sage (all Salva officinalis): engraving for Basilius Beslers " Florilegium, " published at Nuremberg in 1613

TOBACCO RUSTICA, 1613. Yellow-flowered wild tobacco (Nicotiana rustica), left, cranberry in fruit (Vaccinium oxycoccus), center

FOXGLOVE AND HAWKWEED. From left to right: common pink foxglove (digitalis flore rubro), orange hawkweed (compositae) and white foxglove (digitalis flore albo), from Beslers Florilegium, 1613

CYPRESS, 1613. Spanish broom (Spartium junceum) and Italian cypress (Cupressus sempervirens): engraving for Basilius Beslers " Florilegium, " printed in Nuremberg in 1613

FOXGLOVE AND HERB PARIS. From left to right: yellow foxglove (digitalis flore luteo), herb paris (herba paris) and common pink foxglove (digitalis flore incarnato), from Beslers Florilegium, 1613

MALLOW, 1613. Vervain mallow (Malva alcea), left, and marsh mallow (Althaea officinalis): engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published at Nuremberg in 1613

CYCLAMEN & LAVENDER, 1613. Ivy-leaved cyclamen (Primulaceae) and French lavender (Labitae). Engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published at Nuremberg in 1613

NETTLES AND MINT, 1613. Horsemint (pulegium aquaticum spicatum), spearmint (mentha crispa) and roman nettle (urtica romana), from Beslers " Florilegium, " published in Nuremberg in 1613

PEANUTS, 1613. I: Roof houseleek (Sempervium tectorum); II, III, and IV: Sedum; V: earthnut pea (Lathyrus tuberosus); VI: garden pea (Pisum savivum)

BOTANY: TOBACCO PLANT. (Nicotiana tabacum) in flower. Engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, Nuremberg, 1613

POMEGRANATE, 1613. Pomegranate (Punica granatum), wild rock rose (Cistus monospeliensis), and " smoke" tree (Cotinus coggygria)

BOTANY: POTATO PLANT. (Solanum tuberosum) with thyme plants (Thymus sp. ) on either side
BOTANY: POTATO PLANT. (Solanum tuberosum) with thyme plants (Thymus sp.) on either side: engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published in Nuremberg in 1613

HONEYSUCKLE, 1613. Flowering rush (Butomus umbellatus), left; periwinkle (Vinca major), center; honeysuckle (Lonicera caprifolium), top right; and woodbine (Lonicera periclymenum)

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"Besler's Florilegium: A Botanical Masterpiece from 1613" Step into the enchanting world of Basilius Besler, a renowned botanist and artist whose exquisite engravings captured the beauty of nature in his iconic work, Florilegium. Published in Nuremberg in 1613, this botanical masterpiece showcases an array of captivating plants that have stood the test of time. Amongst these remarkable illustrations are gourds, taro or dasheen, and pumpkins from the Cucurbitaceae family. Their vibrant colors and intricate details leap off the page, revealing Besler's meticulous attention to every curve and contour. Variegated Spanish iris and wild leek grace another engraving with their delicate petals and lush foliage. These stunning specimens showcase nature's ability to create mesmerizing patterns that captivate our senses. Lily-of-the-valley takes center stage alongside St. Bruno's lily and pink lily-of-the-valley. The graceful elegance of these flowers is immortalized through Besler's skilled hand, reminding us of their timeless allure. Citron, Seville orange, and orange come alive on yet another page; their juicy fruits tempting us with their refreshing flavors. Through his engravings, Besler transports us to a citrus-filled paradise where tantalizing scents fill the air. Poppies dance across one engraving while two varieties showcase their unique charm. The tomato also makes an appearance - a humble fruit transformed into art under Besler's careful gaze. Artichokes stand tall in all their glory as cardoons accompany them in another illustration. These edible wonders reveal both beauty and sustenance within each leafy layer. The mighty agave commands attention with its spiky leaves reaching towards the sky—an emblematic symbol of resilience against harsh conditions—a true testament to nature’s adaptability.