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Henbane or stinking nightshade, Hyoscyamus niger
Henbane or stinking nightshade, Hyoscyamus niger.. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by French botanist Jean Baptiste Francois Pierre Bulliard from Herbier de la France, Paris, 1780
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Media ID 14208442
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1780 Botanist Bulliard Henbane Herb Herbal Herbier Hyoscyamus Niger Nightshade Pierre Poison Stinking
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.5cm x 24.4cm (7.3" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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 exquisitely hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts Henbane or Stinking Nightshade (Hyoscyamus niger), a fascinating and historically significant plant. The illustration is taken from Herbier de la France, a comprehensive botanical work compiled by the renowned French botanist Jean Baptiste Francois Pierre Bulliard in Paris during the year 1780. Henbane, also known as Black Nightshade, is a poisonous plant that has been known since ancient times for its hallucinogenic properties. The plant's dark, glossy berries and attractive bell-shaped flowers conceal its deadly nature. The engraving captures the plant's intricate details, from the wavy edges of its leaves to the delicate veins and the small, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in clusters. Bulliard's meticulous work showcases the beauty and complexity of Henbane, a plant that has held both fascination and fear throughout history. The plant was used in ancient Greece and Rome for medicinal purposes, as well as for rituals and divination. However, its toxic properties could lead to severe poisoning or even death if not handled with care. The hand-coloring technique adds an extra layer of detail and vibrancy to the engraving, making it a stunning addition to any botanical collection. This historical illustration offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the rich history of botanical exploration and documentation.
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