Olive Olea europaea Olive-Tree Oliva Olivier

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Olive Olea europaea Olive-Tree Oliva Olivier

Olive (Olea europaea) Olive-Tree. / Oliva. / Olivier. (title on object), Olive. Three branches with leaves, flowers and fruits. With a fly and a fruit in detail. Numbered top right: 125. Part of the second album with drawings of flowers and plants. Ninth of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II. With explanations in Dutch, Latin and French. Fruits: olive, trees: olive-tree, insects: fly, Anselmus Boetius de Boodt, 1596 - 1610, paper, watercolor (paint), deck paint, ink, chalk, pen, h 246 mm × w 170 mm

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This print showcases the beauty of an Olive tree, scientifically known as Olea europaea. The image captures three branches adorned with lush leaves, delicate flowers, and abundant fruits. A tiny fly perches on one of the fruits, adding a touch of life to the composition. Titled "Olive. Three branches with leaves, flowers and fruits" this print is part of a larger collection commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II in the late 16th century. Created by Anselmus Boetius de Boodt between 1596 and 1610, this artwork is part of the second album featuring drawings of flowers and plants. The intricate details captured in this piece are truly remarkable. Each leaf seems to come alive on paper through watercolor paint, ink, chalk, pen strokes, and deck paint techniques employed by de Boodt. The artist's mastery shines through as he expertly depicts every nuance of these olive branches. Accompanying the visual masterpiece are explanations provided in Dutch, Latin, and French languages - further enriching our understanding of this botanical wonder. This print serves as a testament to both nature's elegance and human creativity. It invites us to appreciate the timeless allure of olive trees while also acknowledging the artistic prowess that has preserved their beauty for centuries to come.

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