Metal Print : Dioscorides receives a mandrake root from Euresis
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Dioscorides receives a mandrake root from Euresis
Dioscorides(c. 40 90 AD), Greek naturalist, receives a mandrake root from Euresis, goddess of Discovery, and commissions an artist to make a drawing of it. Date: circa 80 AD
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Commissions Dioscorides Discovery Goddess Mandragora Mandrake Naturalist Receives Root
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step into the world of ancient medicine and mythology with our captivating Metal Prints featuring Dioscorides, the renowned Greek naturalist, receiving a mandrake root from Euresis, the goddess of Discovery. This exquisite image, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intrigue and mystery surrounding the use of mandrakes in ancient healing practices. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this historical artwork, transforming it into a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Experience the allure of the past with our premium quality Metal Prints.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this image from ancient Greece, the renowned naturalist Dioscorides (c. 40-90 AD) is depicted receiving a mandrake root from Euresis, the goddess of Discovery. The scene, believed to have been captured around 80 AD, unfolds in a serene setting, with Dioscorides seated before an altar adorned with offerings. Euresis, depicted as a graceful and elegant figure, presents the mandrake root to Dioscorides with a reverent gesture, symbolizing the divine connection between the natural world and human knowledge. Dioscorides, a native of Anazarbus in Cilicia, was a prominent figure in the fields of botany, pharmacology, and medicine during the Roman Empire. His seminal work, "De Materia Medica," is an encyclopedic treatise on the properties and uses of over 1,000 plants, minerals, and animals. The mandrake root, with its distinctive human-like shape and legendary aphrodisiac properties, was a subject of great interest to Dioscorides and other naturalists of the time. In this moment, Dioscorides commissions an artist to create a detailed drawing of the mandrake root, ensuring its accurate representation in his groundbreaking work. This collaboration between the naturalist, the goddess, and the artist highlights the interconnectedness of discovery, knowledge, and the arts in ancient Greece. The image stands as a testament to the enduring fascination with the natural world and the human quest for understanding.
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