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Rhus typhina from the album Gottorfer Codex, c. 1650 (gouache on parchment)
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Rhus typhina from the album Gottorfer Codex, c. 1650 (gouache on parchment)
3087214 Rhus typhina from the album Gottorfer Codex, c.1650 (gouache on parchment) by Holtzbecher, Hans Simon (fl.1650s); 50.5x38.5 cm; Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen, Denmark; German, out of copyright
Media ID 18258127
© Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen, Denmark / Bridgeman Images
17th Codex Gottorfer Codex Hans Simon Holtzbecker Johannes Simon Seventeenth Stag Horn Staghorn
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This print showcases a stunning botanical illustration from the album Gottorfer Codex, created around 1650 by Hans Simon Holtzbecher. The artwork, measuring 50.5x38.5 cm, is housed in the prestigious Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark. The focal point of this gouache on parchment painting is Rhus typhina, commonly known as stag horn or staghorn sumac. This vibrant plant takes center stage with its intricate leaves and delicate flowers beautifully captured by Holtzbecher's skilled hand. Dating back to the seventeenth century, this German manuscript offers a glimpse into the world of botanical exploration during that era. The meticulous attention to detail and precision in depicting each element of Rhus typhina highlights both scientific accuracy and artistic finesse. Johannes Simon Holtzbecker's illustration masterfully combines naturalistic representation with an aesthetic appeal that transcends time. Its inclusion in the Gottorfer Codex further solidifies its significance as a valuable historical document. As we admire this exquisite piece of artistry, we are transported back to a period when botany was emerging as a respected field of study. Through this image, we can appreciate not only the beauty of nature but also humanity's ongoing fascination with understanding and documenting our natural surroundings.
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