Softwood Collection

A glass virginal from Austria
3507391 A glass virginal from Austria; (add.info.: A glass virginal, an early spinet with the strings parallel to the keyboard, typically rectangular, from Austria)

A glass virginal from Austria
3507390 A glass virginal from Austria; (add.info.: A glass virginal, an early spinet with the strings parallel to the keyboard, typically rectangular, from Austria)

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Canada, Ontario, Utterson. Trees at edge of forest in spring. Date: 23/04/2010

Fragment of furniture carved from softwood, c. 2800 BC (softwood inlaid with faience
1216303 Fragment of furniture carved from softwood, c.2800 BC (softwood inlaid with faience & coloured wood bedded in plaster) by Egyptian 2nd Dynasty (c.2890-2686 BC)

unbelieving Thomas Christ Mary interceding God
The unbelieving Thomas and Christ and Mary interceding before God the Father (outside), The Nativity (inside), around 1445-1450, mixed technique on softwood

Annunciation c. 1460 / 70 mixed technique softwood
The Annunciation, c. 1460/70, mixed technique on softwood, (per panel) 47.5 x 40.8 cm, unmarked, Schwabischer Meister, 15. Jh. (?)

Coronation Thorns c. 1500 mixed technique softwood
Coronation of the Thorns, c. 1500, mixed technique on softwood, 128.2 x 58 cm, unmarked, Sigmund Holbein, Augsburg um 1470-1540 Bern

Portrait Philip Magnanimous Hesse oil canvas
Portrait of Philip the Magnanimous of Hesse, oil on canvas, mounted on softwood, 52 x 39 cm, not marked, Christoph Amberger, (Art / style of), um 1505-1561/62 Augsburg

Adoration Magi mixed media canvas covered softwood
The Adoration of the Magi, mixed media on canvas covered with softwood, 59.5 x 61.5 cm, not specified, Anonym, Suddeutschland, 15. Jh

Nativity c. 1480 / 90 mixed technique softwood
The Nativity, c. 1480/90, mixed technique on softwood, 76 x 48.5 cm, unmarked. On the ribbon of the angels: gloria in exelsis deo, Schwabischer Meister, 15. Jh. (?)

Large felled trunks of Norway Spruce (Picea abies) in forest, Vercors, French Alps, France, May

Canada, Ontario, Utterson. Trees at edge of forest in spring. Credit as: Mike Grandmaison / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

T8 R10 Wels, ME Spruce seedling in TNCs Big Reed Forest Reserve. Old growth softwood Forest

USA, Maine, Wyman Lake. Forest of birch and maples in autumn colors. Credit as: Steve Terrill / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont(Large format sizes available)

Pile of cut conifer logs, Sweden, july

Forestry machinery track through coniferous forest, Sweden, july

Forestry machine with chains on tyres, felling pine trees in snow covered plantation, Sweden, november

Pine (Pinus sp. ) close-up of annual growth rings of cross-section of log, Sweden
Pine (Pinus sp.) close-up of annual growth rings of cross-section of log, Sweden

Planting well-rooted softwood cutting in pot of compost, close-up

Vaccinium corymbosum (Blueberry), trimming base of cutting just below a node and removing leaves from lower third of cutting, dish of hormone rooting powder nearby

Man dipping softwood leaf stem in hormone rooting compound

Hand holding a single, rooted softwood cutting above a pot, making hole in compost using a metal widger, more softwood cuttings in separate pot nearby, close-up

Hands inserting softwood cutting into pot of compost, making hole with a cocktail stick, close-up

Spraying rooted sofwood cuttings in plant pots with water using spray bottle

Growth Rings of Larch Tree (SEM)
Larch wood growth rings. Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a cross-section through larch tree wood (Larix decidua) showing the annual growth rings

Yew Tree Leaf Surface (SEM)
Yew tree leaf surface. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the surface of the leaf of an English yew (Taxus baccata)

Yew Leaf Stomata (SEM)
Yew stomata. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of stomata (pores) on the surface of the leaf of an English yew (Taxus baccata)

Section through Yew wood
Light micrograph of a radial longitudinal section through the wood (secondary xylem) of the Yew tree, Taxus baccata, showing the vertical, tube- like structures known as tracheids

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Softwood has been a valuable material for centuries, as evidenced by the fragment of furniture carved from softwood dating back to around 2800 BC. This ancient artifact, adorned with delicate faience inlays, showcases the versatility and beauty of this natural resource. In Utterson, Ontario, Canada, softwood trees stand proudly at the edge of a lush forest in springtime. Their towering presence is a testament to their resilience and ability to thrive in various environments. Moving across continents to the French Alps, we encounter large felled trunks of Norway Spruce. These majestic trees once dominated the landscape and were harvested for their sturdy yet pliable softwood. The sight serves as a reminder of humanity's reliance on these trees throughout history. Artistic expressions also find solace in softwood's embrace. In an exquisite piece titled "Annunciation, " created between 1460 and 1470 using mixed techniques on softwood canvas, unbelieving Thomas witnesses Mary interceding with God—a scene that captures both faith and doubt within intricate details. Similarly captivating is "Coronation Thorns, " crafted around 1500 using mixed techniques on softwood canvas. This artwork depicts thorny branches intertwined symbolizing power bestowed upon rulers during coronations—a tangible representation of authority etched into delicate wood fibers. Shifting gears towards portraiture brings us face-to-face with Philip Magnanimous Hesse—an oil-on-canvas masterpiece capturing his regal countenance through meticulous brushstrokes. Softwood provides an ideal surface for such works due to its smooth texture and ability to hold pigments flawlessly. Religious themes continue to find expression through mixed media on canvas-covered softwoods like "Adoration Magi. " This stunning creation combines different materials harmoniously while showcasing reverence towards biblical figures—bringing spirituality closer through tactile artistry. The Nativity scene from around 1480-1490 further exemplifies how artists have harnessed the potential of softwood.