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Fine Art Print : Wild bergamot or bee balm, Monarda fistulosa
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Wild bergamot or bee balm, Monarda fistulosa
Wild bergamot or bee balm, Monarda fistulosa (Monarda purpurea). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1828
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Media ID 23190920
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Balm Bergamot Cabinet Conrad Cooke Loddiges Nursery Purpurea Wild Monarda
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of nature with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints featuring Wild Bergamot or Bee Balm from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving by George Cooke, originally published in Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet in 1828, showcases the intricate details of this vibrant flower. Bring the serene charm of the outdoors into your home or office with this timeless piece of botanical art. Each print is meticulously reproduced to ensure the highest quality and authenticity, making it a perfect addition to any space. Experience the beauty and rich history of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints.
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 hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of Wild Bergamot, Monarda fistulosa, also known as Bee Balm or Scarlet Bergamot. The illustration, created by the skilled hand of George Cooke in 1828 for Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet in Hackney, England, captures the plant's intricate details with remarkable precision and artistry. Monarda fistulosa is a native North American plant, belonging to the mint family, Lamiaceae. It is distinguished by its tall, erect stems adorned with lanceolate, toothed leaves and vibrant, tubular, two-lipped flowers that bloom in whorls. The flowers display an array of colors, ranging from deep pink to purple and white, and their intoxicating fragrance attracts a multitude of pollinators, particularly bees. The Wild Bergamot plant has significant cultural and medicinal importance. Indigenous peoples in North America have long used the plant for various medicinal purposes, including the treatment of respiratory ailments and digestive issues. The plant's essential oil, which contains the compound thymol, has antimicrobial and antispasmodic properties. The captivating Wild Bergamot illustration by George Cooke offers a glimpse into the rich botanical knowledge of the past, showcasing the intricacies of this beautiful and historically significant plant.
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