Poster Print : Ageratum. Seventeenth-century engraving in Bibliotheca Phar
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Ageratum. Seventeenth-century engraving in Bibliotheca Phar
Ageratum. Seventeenth-century engraving in Bibliotheca Pharmaceutica-Medica by J. Jacobi Mangeti. Published in Genoa. Italy. Colored engraving
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Alpinum Bibliotheca Flowering Herb Jacobi Lilac Mangeti Medicinal Root Seventeenth Ageratum
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Ageratum Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This seventeenth-century engraving, sourced from the esteemed Bibliotheca Pharmaceutica-Medica, showcases the captivating beauty of the Ageratum flower in intricate detail. Meticulously colored and originally published in Genoa, Italy by J. Jacobi Mangeti, this vintage work of art adds an air of elegance and history to any space. Bring a touch of the old world into your modern home or office with our high-quality poster print.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 38.4cm x 59.4cm (15.1" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This seventeenth-century engraving, titled "Ageratum," is a captivating illustration from the renowned Bibliotheca Pharmaceutica-Medica, published in Genoa, Italy. The work was created by the skilled hand of J. Jacobi Mangeti and showcases the beauty and intricacy of the Ageratum plant in vibrant colors. The Ageratum, also known as the Flossflower or Eupatorium, is a herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. This engraving depicts the flowering plant in all its splendor, with its distinctive blue or purple flowers arranged in dense, rounded clusters. The plant's lilac hue and delicate, fern-like leaves are also accurately portrayed. During the seventeenth century, the Ageratum was highly valued for its medicinal properties. The plant's root, specifically Ageratum houstonianum and Ageratum serratum, was used to treat various ailments, including fever, dysentery, and diarrhea. The plant was also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effects. This engraving is an essential historical record of the botanical knowledge of the time. The meticulous attention to detail and the use of color demonstrate the advanced techniques and artistic skills of the period. The Ageratum's inclusion in the Bibliotheca Pharmaceutica-Medica underscores its significance as a medicinal plant during the seventeenth century. Today, the Ageratum remains a popular ornamental plant, appreciated for its attractive flowers and easy cultivation.
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