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The image is a hand-colored copperplate engraving of "Parmelia parietina," commonly known as the common orange lichen or wall lichen. …
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The image is a hand-colored copperplate engraving of "Parmelia parietina," commonly known as the common orange lichen or wall lichen. This detailed botanical illustration shows the lichen's distinct yellow-orange thallus with reproductive structures, as well as several microscopic views of its internal structure.
Details of the Work: - Title of Plant: Parmelia parietina (Common English names: Common Orange Lichen, Wall Lichen) - Engraver: F. Guimpel, whose name appears in the lower right corner of the engraving. - Author/Botanist: Dr. Friedrich Gottlob Hayne, a renowned German botanist and professor of pharmaceutical botany. - Publication: This engraving is part of the 6th edition of "Getreue Darstellung und Beschreibung der in der Arzenykunde gebrauchlichen Gewächse", which translates to "Faithful Representation and of Plants Used in Medicine." - Edition and Year: 6th Edition, published in 1819.
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- Dimensions
- 8.27ʺW × 10.63ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Still Life
- Period
- Early 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gold
- Condition Notes
- Excellent — This vintage piece is in near original condition. It may show minimal traces of use and/or have slight … moreExcellent — This vintage piece is in near original condition. It may show minimal traces of use and/or have slight restorations\. Condition: excellent given age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully. less
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