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African plants, 17th century C013 / 7756
African plants, 17th-century artwork. Three known plants are named (left to right): kassia (cassia or Chinese cinnamon), colekasia (Colocasia, the elephant-ear plant), and datura (thorn-apple). This engraving is from Africa (1670) by the London-based Scottish cartographer John Ogilby (1600-1676). This 767-page atlas describes the known lands and peoples of Africa, with 57 plate engravings of maps and artworks. Largely based on the 1668 work Naukeurige Beshryvinge der Afrikaenesche gewesten by Dutch geographer Olfert Dapper, the engravings were by 17th-century Dutch artist Jacob van Meurs
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1600s 1670 17th Century Africa African Atlas Dutch Engraving Herb Herbal Herbal Medicine John Ogilby Medicinal Plants Thorn Apple Trees Cassia Colocasia Datura Jacob Van Meurs Olfert Dapper
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Discover the enchanting beauty of African flora as depicted in this exquisite 17th-century artwork, African plants, 17th century C013 / 7756, from the Middle Temple Library/Science Photo Library. This captivating piece showcases three distinct plants: kassia (also known as cassia or Chinese cinnamon), colekasia (Colocasia, the elephant-ear plant), and datura (thorn-apple). Each plant is rendered in intricate detail, transporting you to a time when botanical discoveries were a source of great intrigue. Bring this piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality Framed Prints, expertly crafted to preserve the rich colors and intricacies of the original artwork.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.1cm (9.6" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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.
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of 17th-century artwork depicting African plants. The engraving, created by the talented Dutch artist Jacob van Meurs, is part of a comprehensive atlas titled "Ogilby's Africa" published in 1670 by John Ogilby, a Scottish cartographer based in London. This extensive atlas spans an impressive 767 pages and offers detailed descriptions of the various lands and peoples of Africa. In this particular engraving, three known plants are beautifully illustrated from left to right: kassia (also known as cassia or Chinese cinnamon), colekasia (Colocasia, commonly referred to as the elephant-ear plant), and datura (known as thorn-apple). Each plant holds its own significance in botanical history and medicinal practices. Drawing inspiration from Olfert Dapper's renowned work on African regions published in 1668, Ogilby's atlas incorporates not only maps but also exquisite artworks like this one. The monochrome illustration captures the intricate details of these plants with precision and elegance. This print serves as a fascinating glimpse into both historical botany and African culture during the 17th century. It highlights the invaluable contributions made by artists like Jacob van Meurs in documenting flora from around the world for scientific exploration and understanding.
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