Title page from A New Herball by William Turner
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Title page from A New Herball by William Turner
The title page complete with Royal crest of King Edward VI from A New Herball (1551) by William Turner
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16th Century Crest Herb Herbal Publication Title Turner Angiospermae Magnoliophyta William Turner
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This stunning title page is taken from "A New Herball," a seminal work in the history of botanical illustration by the renowned English botanist and artist, William Turner. Published in 1551 during the reign of King Edward VI, this title page showcases the monarch's royal crest proudly displayed at the top. Turner's intricate and detailed illustration of various plants adorns the page, reflecting the growing interest in natural history during the medieval period. Turner's "A New Herball" was a significant contribution to the field of botany, as it was one of the first comprehensive works to document the Angiosperms, or flowering plants, which were then collectively referred to as the Angiospermae or Magnoliophyta. The work was published in two volumes and contained over 400 illustrations, making it an essential resource for physicians, apothecaries, and scholars of the time. The title page's decorative elements, including the elaborate border and the use of gold and red ink, demonstrate the importance and prestige of botanical knowledge during the 16th century. Turner's meticulous drawings of plants, which were based on his own observations and sketches, were groundbreaking in their accuracy and attention to detail. This title page serves as a testament to Turner's artistic and scientific achievements, as well as the broader cultural significance of botanical exploration during the medieval period.
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