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Fine Art Print : Persian buttercup, Ranunculus asiaticus
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Persian buttercup, Ranunculus asiaticus
Persian buttercup, Ranunculus asiaticus (Ranunculo sexto). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A. Matthioli ne i sei libri della Materia Medicinale di Pedacio Dioscoride Anazarbeo (Commentary on the Materia Medica of Dioscorides), Vincenzo Valgrisi, Venice, 1568
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Media ID 23194054
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Anazarbeo Andrea Asiaticus Buttercup Commentary Dioscoride Discorsi Giorgio Herbal Liberale Materia Mattioli Medicinale Meyerpick Pedacio Persian Pietro Ranunculus Wolfgang Woodblock Woodcut
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the exquisite beauty of nature with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this stunning hand-colored woodblock print of a Persian Buttercup (Ranunculus asiaticus) by Wolfgang Meyerpick. Based on an original illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattioli's Discorsi, this captivating print showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors of this elegant flower. Add a touch of timeless charm to your home or office decor with this beautiful work of art, now available as a high-quality Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 exquisite handcoloured woodblock print depicts the Persian Buttercup, Ranunculus asiaticus, also known as Ranunculus sextus. The print is a beautiful example of botanical illustration from the 16th century, created by the skilled hands of Wolfgang Meyerpick after an original illustration by Giorgio Liberale. The illustration was published as part of Pietro Andrea Mattioli's Commentary on the Materia Medica of Dioscorides, a seminal work in the history of botany and medicine. The Persian Buttercup is a native of Central Asia and the Mediterranean region, and was highly valued for its medicinal properties in ancient times. The plant is characterized by its large, showy flowers, which range in color from white to pink, red, and yellow. The print captures the intricate details of the buttercup's petals, veins, and stem, as well as the delicate leaves that surround the base of the flower. The woodblock printing process involved carving the design into a block of wood, inking the surface, and pressing the ink onto paper to create the final image. The intricacy and detail of the print are a testament to the skill and artistry of the craftsmen involved in its creation. The handcolouring adds an additional layer of beauty and depth to the image, bringing out the subtle variations in color and texture of the buttercup. This print is not only a valuable historical artifact, but also a stunning work of art that showcases the beauty and diversity of the natural world. It offers a glimpse into the past, when botanical illustration was a labor-intensive and highly skilled craft, and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the natural world around us.
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