Framed Print : Cassava or manioc (Manihot esculenta), watercolour by Delahaye, 1789

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Cassava or manioc (Manihot esculenta), watercolour by Delahaye, 1789

Herbal, 18th century. Florindie ou Historie physico-economique des vegetaux de la Torride, 1789. Plate: Cassava or manioc (Manihot esculenta). Watercolor by Delahaye

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18th Century Agriculture Basket Beauty In Nature Bending Border Bread Capital Letter Cassava Delahaye Flora Growth Handwriting Painted Image Root Rural Scene Text Tropical Bush Two People Watercolor Painting Working Manihot Esculenta Non Urban Scene

13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame

Step back in time with our exquisite framed print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring a captivating watercolor painting of Cassava or Manioc (Manihot esculenta) by Delahaye, originally published in Florindie ou Historie physico-economique des vegetaux de la Torride in 1789. This 18th-century botanical masterpiece, brought to you by Universal Images Group, adds an air of sophistication and historical charm to any room. Each print is carefully framed to preserve its rich details, ensuring a stunning display that's sure to impress.

Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")

Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This watercolor print by Delahaye from the 18th century showcases the beauty and significance of cassava or manioc (Manihot esculenta). The painting depicts a rural scene, with two people standing amidst a lush tropical bush. One person is seen bending down, holding a basket filled with freshly harvested cassava roots. The vibrant colors and delicate brushstrokes bring out the freshness and vitality of this staple food. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate border surrounding the main illustration, adorned with text that likely describes various aspects of cassava cultivation and its economic importance. This artwork not only serves as an aesthetic delight but also offers valuable insights into botany, biology, and agriculture during that era. Cassava bread, derived from these roots, played a crucial role in sustaining communities back then. It symbolizes both sustenance and hard work depicted through this painted image. The composition captures the essence of nature's bounty while emphasizing healthy eating practices prevalent at that time. Delahaye's skillful use of watercolors brings life to every stroke on paper, creating an atmosphere where one can almost feel the warmth of sunlight filtering through dense foliage. This non-urban scene transports viewers to simpler times when artistry merged seamlessly with scientific observation. Overall, this historic masterpiece stands as a testament to mankind's close relationship with nature and our eternal quest for sustenance throughout history.

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