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Fine Art Print : Gourd (Cucurbitaceae family), taro or dasheen (Colocasia esculenta), and pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo): engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published at Nuremberg in 1613
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Gourd (Cucurbitaceae family), taro or dasheen (Colocasia esculenta), and pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo): engraving for Basilius Beslers Florilegium, published at Nuremberg in 1613
GOURD, TARO, & PUMPKIN.
Gourd (Cucurbitaceae family), taro or dasheen (Colocasia esculenta), and pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo): engraving for Basilius Beslers " Florilegium", published at Nuremberg in 1613
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Media ID 7834343
1613 Basilius Besler Biology Botany Florilegium Gourd Leaf Nuremberg Pumpkin Root Taro
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bask in the timeless beauty of nature with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from the Media Storehouse. This captivating engraving, taken from Basilius Besler's renowned Florilegium, published in Nuremberg in 1613, showcases the stunning diversity of the Cucurbitaceae family. Delight in the intricate details of a gourd, the vibrant taro or dasheen, and the familiar pumpkin, all presented in their natural splendor. Each print is meticulously reproduced from The Granger Collection, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Bring the wonders of the botanical world into your home or office with these elegant and inspiring works of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 48.4cm (16" x 19.1")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
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This engraving from Basilius Besler's "Florilegium" takes us back to the year 1613 in Nuremberg, Germany. The intricate illustration showcases three fascinating plants: the gourd, taro or dasheen, and pumpkin. Each plant belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family and holds its own unique beauty. The gourd, with its curvaceous shape and vibrant colors, stands out as a symbol of abundance and fertility. Its twisting vines intertwine gracefully with the other plants in this botanical masterpiece. Next to it, we find the taro or dasheen plant with its large heart-shaped leaves that exude an air of elegance. This root vegetable has been cherished for centuries due to its versatility in culinary preparations. Lastly, we encounter the pumpkin—a quintessential autumnal icon known for adorning doorsteps during Halloween festivities. Its round form is depicted here alongside delicate tendrils that add a touch of whimsy to this enchanting scene. Besler's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his engraving technique—each leaf meticulously rendered and each vine delicately etched onto paper. This artwork serves not only as a visual delight but also as an invaluable resource for botany enthusiasts seeking knowledge about these remarkable plants. As we admire this print from Granger Art on Demand's collection, let us appreciate nature's diversity and marvel at how our understanding of biology has evolved over time thanks to meticulous observers like Basilius
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