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Olive (Olea europaea), 1596-1610. Creators: Anselmus de Boodt, Elias Verhulst
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Olive (Olea europaea), 1596-1610. Creators: Anselmus de Boodt, Elias Verhulst
Olive (Olea europaea), 1596-1610. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II
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This exquisite 16th-century print, titled "Olive (Olea europaea)" by Anselmus de Boodt and Elias Verhulst, showcases the beauty and intricacy of the olive tree (Olea europaea) in remarkable detail. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II, this work is a testament to the advanced botanical knowledge of the time. Anselmus de Boodt, a renowned Flemish botanist and physician, and Elias Verhulst, a skilled illustrator, collaborated on this masterpiece. The print depicts an olive tree laden with ripe fruit, its gnarled trunk and branches reaching out in a natural, organic form. The artists meticulously rendered every detail, from the olive flies (Dacus oleae) that hover above the tree, to the insects that crawl on the leaves and trunk. The use of various mediums, including brush, chalk, color, and ink, adds depth and texture to the illustration. The lettering, written in Latin, identifies the tree as an olive tree and the location as Delft, Zuid-Holland in the Netherlands. This print is a significant piece of natural history and cultural heritage, reflecting the scientific curiosity and artistic prowess of the Low Countries during the 16th and 17th centuries. It is a reminder of the importance of observing and documenting the natural world, which continues to inspire and captivate us today. The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, a renowned art and history museum, is home to this magnificent work, which is a must-see for anyone interested in botany, art, or the history of science. This print is a treasure of the Netherlands and European cultural heritage, and a reminder of the rich legacy of knowledge and creativity that has been passed down through the centuries.
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