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Greetings Card : Star Hyacinth (Scilla), 1596-1610. Creators: Anselmus de Boodt, Elias Verhulst
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Star Hyacinth (Scilla), 1596-1610. Creators: Anselmus de Boodt, Elias Verhulst
Star Hyacinth (Scilla), 1596-1610. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II
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Greetings Card (A5)
Bring a touch of historical elegance to your greetings with our Star Hyacinth (Scilla) cards from Media Storehouse. These exquisite greetings cards feature the stunning botanical illustration of Star Hyacinth, created by Anselmus de Boodt and Elias Verhulst in the late 16th century. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II, these intricately detailed illustrations showcase the beauty and rarity of this unique flower. Each card comes with a blank interior for your personal message, making them a perfect addition to any correspondence or special occasion. Elevate your greetings with a piece of art history.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Star Hyacinth (Scilla), 1596-1610: A Botanical Masterpiece by Anselmus de Boodt and Elias Verhulst This exquisite print, titled "Star Hyacinth (Scilla), 1596-1610," is a testament to the extraordinary botanical knowledge and artistic skill of the 16th and 17th centuries. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II, this masterpiece was created by the renowned Flemish botanist Anselmus Boetius de Boodt and the talented Flemish engraver Elias Verhulst. The image depicts the Star Hyacinth, a beautiful bulbous plant in the genus Scilla, with its delicate blue flowers adorned with white stars. The intricate details of the plant are rendered with remarkable precision, from the veins on the leaves to the fine hairs on the stems. The background is filled with a rich, textured pattern, adding depth and visual interest to the composition. Anselmus de Boodt, a prominent figure in the natural history community, wrote extensively about the Star Hyacinth in his book "Rariorum Plantarum Historia," published in 1597. He described the plant as having "stars" on its flowers, which inspired the common name "Star Hyacinth." Elias Verhulst, a skilled engraver, brought Anselmus' descriptions to life in this stunning print. He used a combination of chalk, ink, and brush to create the fine lines and subtle shading that bring the plant to life. The lettering is also noteworthy, with elegant script and intricate flourishes that add to the overall beauty of the print. This print is a prime example of the intersection of science and art during the Dutch Golden Age, a time when natural history and botany were celebrated as important areas of study and artistic expression. Today, it is a valuable addition to any art or botanical collection and a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the Netherlands during the 16th and 17th centuries.
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