Yellow pea, Lathyrus aphaca

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Yellow pea, Lathyrus aphaca

Yellow pea, Lathyrus aphaca. Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A. Matthioli ne i sei libri della Materia Medicinale di Pedacio Dioscoride Anazarbeo (Commentary on the Materia Medica of Dioscorides), Vincenzo Valgrisi, Venice, 1568

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Anazarbeo Andrea Commentary Dioscoride Discorsi Giorgio Herbal Lathyrus Legume Liberale Materia Mattioli Medicinale Meyerpick Pedacio Pietro Vetchling Wolfgang Woodblock Woodcut

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1. Title: "Yellow Pea (Lathyrus aphaca): A Historical Botanical Masterpiece" This exquisite handcoloured woodblock print showcases the Yellow Pea, scientifically known as Lathyrus aphaca. The intricately detailed illustration is a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the 16th century. The print is an adaptation from an original illustration by Giorgio Liberale, as featured in Pietro Andrea Mattioli's "Discorsi di P.A. Matthioli ne i sei libri della Materia Medicinale di Pedacio Dioscoride Anazarbeo," published in Venice in 1568 by Vincenzo Valgrisi. The Yellow Pea, also known as the Yellow Vetchling, is a legume that belongs to the Fabaceae family. The plant is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The illustration captures the plant in its entirety, from its delicate flowers to its distinctive pods, which contain the edible peas. The intricate details of the print are a result of the meticulous process of woodblock printing. The artist, Wolfgang Meyerpick, carefully carved the design into a block of wood, which was then inked and pressed onto paper to create the final image. The addition of handcolouring further enhances the vibrancy and realism of the print. The Yellow Pea was valued for both its medicinal and culinary properties during the Renaissance period. The plant was believed to have various health benefits, including the ability to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and improve digestion. The peas were also consumed as a food source, particularly in times of scarcity. This beautiful and historically significant print is a reminder of the rich artistic and scientific heritage of the botanical illustrations from the Renaissance period. It continues to captivate viewers with its intricate details and the fascinating story of the Yellow Pea.

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