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Fine Art Print : Salvia nutans, nodding sage

Salvia nutans, nodding sage



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Salvia nutans, nodding sage

Watercolour on vellum, c. mid-17th century by Madeleine Basseporte (1701-1780). Held in the Library and Archives

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Media ID 14239214

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Asterid Botanic Cooking Eudicot Herb Images Of Nature Labiatae Lamiaceae Lamiales Sage Salvia Watercolor Women Artists Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Seasoning


21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Discover the timeless beauty of nature with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating print features Salvia nutans, also known as nodding sage, as depicted in a stunning watercolour on vellum creation from the mid-17th century. Created by the skilled hand of Madeleine Basseporte, this artwork held in the Library and Archives showcases the intricate details and vibrant colours of this enchanting flower. Bring the elegance of this bygone era into your home or office and elevate your space with our museum-quality 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.


EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite watercolor painting on vellum, dated around the mid-17th century, depicts Salvia nutans, also known as the nodding sage or drooping sage. Created by the skilled French artist Madeleine Basseporte (1701-1780), this botanical illustration showcases the beauty and intricacy of this angiosperm, a type of flowering plant. The Salvia nutans is a member of the large and diverse order of plants called the Lamiales, which includes the family Lamiaceae, to which the sage belongs. As a dicotyledon, or eudicot, this plant is characterized by having two seed leaves and two cotyledons when it germinates. The labiate, or two-lipped, flowers of the Salvia nutans are arranged in whorls along the stem and are prized for their aromatic properties. Basseporte's painting captures the delicate details of the Salvia nutans' flowers, which are characterized by their nodding shape and two-lipped structure. The artist's use of watercolor on vellum creates a rich, textured effect, highlighting the subtle variations in color and form. The nodding sage has been used for culinary and medicinal purposes for centuries. Its leaves and flowers are commonly used as a seasoning in various dishes, particularly in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines. The plant's medicinal properties have also been explored, with some studies suggesting that it may have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. As a woman artist working in the mid-17th century, Madeleine Basseporte's work is an important contribution to the history of botanical illustration. Her meticulous attention to detail and mastery of watercolor techniques make this painting a valuable addition to any botanical collection.

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