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Pair antique botanical engravings from Abraham Munting "Naauwkeurige Beschryving Der Aardgewassen" (Accurate Description of the Earth's Crops) first published posthumously …
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Pair antique botanical engravings from Abraham Munting "Naauwkeurige Beschryving Der Aardgewassen" (Accurate Description of the Earth's Crops) first published posthumously in 1696. Abraham Munting (1626 - 1683) was a Dutch botanist and artist. He was professor of Botany and Chemistry at the University of Groningenan. Professor Munting also oversaw Groningenan's first Botanical Garden created by his father Henricus Munting (1583-1658), referred to as ‘The Paradise of Groningen,’ and renowned throughout Europe. The engravings are inscribed with Latin names as follows:
SEDUM MAIUS ARBORESCENS RADICABILE
Fig. 129
Fol. 468
RUBUS NON SPINOSUS MAJOR ODORATUS.
Fol. 247
Zoom into photos to appreciate in detail. Hand colored, beautifully matted and framed, ready to display. Includes certificate of authenticity on the reverse of each frame including a full description. Printed on early laid paper. Shipped fully insured with tracking number.
Measurements: Frames: 28 3/4" by 24" by 1 1/2"; Plate Marks: 12" by 7 3/4" and 12 1/4 by 8 1/8" approximately.
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- Dimensions
- 24ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 28.75ʺH
- Styles
- English Traditional
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Art Subjects
- Botanic
- Period
- 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Engraving
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Green
- Condition Notes
- In very good condition with toning and minor imperfections as shown. In very good condition with toning and minor imperfections as shown. less
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