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"Convolvulus Batatas Botanical Engraving - Icones Plantarum Medicinalium, 1788" This delicate hand-colored engraving features the Convolvulus Batatas, also known as … Read more "Convolvulus Batatas Botanical Engraving - Icones Plantarum Medicinalium, 1788" This delicate hand-colored engraving features the Convolvulus Batatas, also known as the Sweet Potato Vine. The artwork vividly illustrates the vine's graceful tendrils, heart-shaped leaves, and soft pink blooms. This image is a part of Joseph Jakob Plenck's esteemed "Icones Plantarum Medicinalium," published in Vienna in 1788, which documents medicinal plants with high precision and aesthetic quality. About the Work "Icones Plantarum Medicinalium" by Joseph Jakob Plenck is a critical work in the realms of botanical and medicinal studies, providing detailed illustrations of plants along with s of their uses. The collection is valued for its blend of scientific detail and visual artistry, serving as an educational tool for botanists, herbalists, and physicians in the 18th century and remains a significant historical resource today. Condition Report The engraving is in excellent condition, with vibrant colors and clear details that indicate it has been well-preserved. The paper shows minimal signs of aging, with only slight edge discoloration that does not detract from the overall visual appeal. Measuring approximately 48 x 34 cm, the sheet size is sufficient to display the intricate details of the vine, making it an impressive piece for display and study. See less
- Dimensions
- 13.39ʺW × 18.9ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Animals
- Period
- Late 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- Austria
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Pink
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