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Queen sago, Cycas circinalis
5855231 Queen sago, Cycas circinalis; (add.info.: Queen sago, Cycas circinalis. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Jussieu's "Dictionary of Natural Science, " Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Corsi, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780~1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century.); © Florilegius
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© © Florilegius / Bridgeman Images
1837 Batelli Directed Figli Florentino Herbal Jean Francois Jussieu Medicinal Pierre Poison Published Sago Seed Stipple Turpin Tuscan Circinalis Copperplate Cycas Indie
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Send a regal greeting with our stunning Queen sago Greetings Card featuring a handcoloured engraving from Fine Art Finder. Perfect for nature lovers and art enthusiasts alike!
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
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This stunning handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving captures the intricate beauty of the Queen sago, Cycas circinalis. Originally published in Antoine Jussieu's "Dictionary of Natural Science" in Florence, Italy in 1837, this illustration by J.G. Pretre and engraved by Corsi is a true masterpiece of botanical art.
The Queen sago plant, native to India and known for its poisonous seeds used in herbal medicine, is depicted with exquisite detail and precision. The delicate lines and vibrant colors bring this exotic plant to life on paper, showcasing the talent of both the artist and engraver.
Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin's direction ensured that every aspect of this illustration was executed flawlessly, making it a valuable addition to any collection of botanical works. Turpin himself is hailed as one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century, further adding to the significance of this print.
Whether you are a lover of botany or simply appreciate fine art, this print is sure to captivate your imagination and transport you to a world where nature's wonders are celebrated with grace and elegance.
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