Print of Scarlet Oak, a deciduous tree with pea-sized insect-induced galls
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Framed Print of Scarlet Oak, Medicinal Plant, 1737
"A Curious Herbal" Plate 186. The scarlet oak itself was not a medicinal plant, but the pea-sized nodules made by an insect and attached to the branches of the tree produced liquid which, mixed with sugar, made a substance called "succus kermes." This was "accounted cordial, moderately binding, comforting ye heart, cheering the animal spirits, and good to prevent miscarrying." Scarlet Oak (Quercus coccinea) is a deciduous tree in the Fagaceae family. Any galls produced on the tree are strongly astringent and can be used in the treatment of hemorrhages, chronic diarrhea, and dysentery. Elizabeth Blackwell (1707-1758) was a famed Scottish illustrator and author who was best known as both the artist and engraver for the plates of "A Curious Herbal" (1737). A herbal is a book of plants, describing their appearance, their properties and how they may be used for preparing ointments and medicines. © NLM / Science Source
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A delicate, hand-engraved print from 1737 showcases the Scarlet Oak tree. The illustration highlights a peculiar feature of this deciduous tree: small, pea-sized nodules produced by an insect that contain liquid used to create a medicinal substance called succus kermes. This mixture was believed to have various health benefits and was often consumed with sugar.
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). 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: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
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