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Monk's-hood, aconite or wolfsbane, Aconitum napellus, Aconit napel
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Monk's-hood, aconite or wolfsbane, Aconitum napellus, Aconit napel
5324496 Monk's-hood, aconite or wolfsbane, Aconitum napellus, Aconit napel by Maubert, Louis Joseph Edouard (1806-1879); (add.info.: Monk's-hood, aconite or wolfsbane, Aconitum napellus, Aconit napel. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincq's La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871.); © Florilegius
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Aconite Alphonse Leon Noel Botanical Art Botanical Illustration Botanical Plate Dupuis Edouard Maubert Flore Medicale Francois Herincq Gerard Herbal Herbal Medicine La Regne Vegetal Medical Botany Monks Hood Pierre Oscar Reveil Poison Shrub Steel Engraving Toxic Vegetal Kingdom Aconitum Napellus Handcoloured Natural Sciences Wolfsbane
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of Monk's-hood, also known as aconite or wolfsbane. The image captures the delicate yet vibrant petals of Aconitum napellus, commonly referred to as Aconit napel. Handcolored with meticulous precision, this steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel is based on an exquisite botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert. Originating from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincq's renowned work "La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale" this artwork transports us back to the 19th century when natural sciences and botany were flourishing fields of study. The detailed depiction allows us to appreciate the intricate structure and colors of this poisonous plant. Monk's-hood holds both historical significance and medicinal value in herbal medicine practices. Its toxic properties have been harnessed for centuries for various purposes, making it a subject of interest in industrial applications as well. The enchanting allure of this botanical plate evokes feelings of awe and curiosity about nature's wonders. It serves as a reminder that even within seemingly ordinary plants lies extraordinary beauty waiting to be discovered. This print not only celebrates the artistry behind botanical illustrations but also invites us to explore the rich history and diverse uses found within our vegetal kingdom.
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