Mattioli Collection

Man in the Iron Mask, playing the cello in prison
There are conflicting theories as to who this man was. One is that he was Count Ercole Antonio Mattioli (Matthioli or Marchioly, 1640-1703), an Italian diplomat, arrested as Eustache Dauger in 1669

Daylily, Hemerocallis fulva (un altro hemerocalle). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Pale madwort or yellow alyssum, Alyssum alyssoides. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Thyme, Thymus vulgaris. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Balsam herb or mint geranium, Tanacetum balsamita (Menta greca). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di

Common or European ivy, Hedera helix (Hedera arborea). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Persian buttercup, Ranunculus asiaticus (Ranunculo sexto). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Asphodel, Asphodelus ramosus. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Common carnation, Dianthus caryophyllus (Garofoli salvatichi, Garofano salvatico). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea

Black pepper, Piper nigrum (Pepe). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Yellow pea, Lathyrus aphaca. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Perennial wall-rocket, Diplotaxis tenuifolia (Ruchetta salvatica). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi

Lesser burdock or cocklebur, Arctium minus (Xanthium, Lappa minor). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi

Walnut tree, Juglans major. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Yellow bugle, Ajuga chamaepitys. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Sicilian sumac or tanners sumach, Rhus coriaria. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

European rowan tree, Sorbus aucuparia. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Cornelian cherry, Cornus mas (Corniolo). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Sycamore fig tree, Ficus sycomorus. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Gooseberry, Ribes uva-crispa. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Blackberry lily, Iris domestica. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Mexican marigold or Aztec marigold, Tagetes erecta (Gerofano indiano maggiore). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea

Dog mercury, Mercurialis perennis, MERCORELLA MASCHIO. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Alder buckthorn or glossy buckthorn, Frangula alnus. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Guelder-rose, Viburnum opulus. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Jonquil, Narcissus jonquilla (Narcisso VIII). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Butcher s-broom, Ruscus aculeatus. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Bristle fern, Trichomanes species. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Snapdragon variety, Antirrhinum species, ANTIRRHINO IIII. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Spineless butchers broom, Ruscus hypoglossum
Spineless butchers broom or horse tongue lily, Ruscus hypoglossum. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi

False flax oil, Camelina sativa. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Eastern pellitory-of-the-wall, Parietaria officinalis. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Lebanon cedar tree, Cedrus libani. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Fonio grass, Digitaria sanguinalis. SANGVINELLA. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Alkanet, Anchusa species
Alkanet or bugloss variety, Anchusa species (Anchusa terza). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

Bittercress, Cardamine species (un altra dentaria). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A

The Mattioli Family (oil on canvas)
704132 The Mattioli Family (oil on canvas) by Mattioli, Raffaele (19th Century); Galleria Nazionale d Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Lazio, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Pietro Andrea Gregorio Mattioli, Italian physician, 1501-1577
6039948 Pietro Andrea Gregorio Mattioli, Italian physician, 1501-1577. by Bry, Theodor de (1528-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pietro Andrea Gregorio Mattioli)

Portrait of Pietro Andrea Mattioli (1501-1578). Found in the Collection of Musei di Strada Nuova, Genoa

BOTANY: MAIDENHAIR FERN. Adiantum capillus-veneris. Woodcut, 1579, from Mattiolis Commentarii

BOTANY: FUNGI, 1560. Woodcut, 1560, from Mattiolis Commentarii

BOTANY: ROSACEUM. Rosebush. Woodcut, 1560, from Mattiolis Commentarii

BOTANY: SEA LAVENDER. (Statice limonium). Woodcut from a 1554 edition of Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Commentaries, printed at Venice, Italy

BOTANY: SAFFRON. (Crocus sativus). Woodcut from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Commentaires, Lyon, 1579

VERVAIN. Common vervain (Verbena officinalis): woodcut from a 1565 edition of Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Commentaries, published at Venice

BOTANY: FEMALE MANDRAKE. Woodcut from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Commentaires, Lyons, France, 1579

BOTANY: MALE MANDRAKE. Woodcut from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Commentaires, Lyons, France, 1579

BOTANY: PARSLEY, 1579. Petroselinum crispum. Woodcut from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Commentaires, Lyon, France, 1579

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"Mattioli: A Captivating Tale of Music, Imprisonment, and Botanical Wonders" In the depths of history lies a mysterious figure known as Mattioli. Like the enigmatic Man in the Iron Mask, he captivated hearts with his haunting melodies on the cello while locked away in prison. Amidst his confinement, Mattioli found solace in nature's embrace. The vibrant Daylily, Hemerocallis fulva, symbolized resilience and beauty that bloomed even behind bars. Its fiery petals mirrored his unyielding spirit. As time passed by within those cold stone walls, Mattioli discovered solace in delicate blooms like Pale madwort or yellow alyssum, Alyssum alyssoides. Their dainty blossoms whispered tales of hope and freedom amidst adversity. Thyme became his loyal companion during countless hours spent lost in contemplation. Its aromatic leaves filled his cell with an earthy fragrance that transported him to distant lands beyond prison walls - Thymus vulgaris was truly a herb of escape for him. The Balsam herb or mint geranium, Tanacetum balsamita brought relief to both body and mind as its soothing properties eased Mattioli's weary soul. It offered respite from the harsh realities of captivity and provided moments of tranquility amidst chaos. Like ivy clinging steadfastly to ancient structures, Common or European ivy (Hedera helix) represented Mattioli's unwavering determination to survive against all odds. Just as this resilient plant thrived against adversity so did he within those unforgiving confines. Through whispers carried by Persian buttercups' radiant petals (Ranunculus asiaticus), secrets were shared among prisoners yearning for liberation. These flowers served as symbols of unity amongst those who longed for freedom just like Mattioli himself.