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Balsam herb or mint geranium, Tanacetum balsamita
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Balsam herb or mint geranium, Tanacetum balsamita
Balsam herb or mint geranium, Tanacetum balsamita (Menta greca). Handcoloured woodblock print by Wolfgang Meyerpick after an illustration by Giorgio Liberale from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Discorsi di P.A. Matthioli ne i sei libri della Materia Medicinale di Pedacio Dioscoride Anazarbeo (Commentary on the Materia Medica of Dioscorides), Vincenzo Valgrisi, Venice, 1568
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Anazarbeo Andrea Balsam Commentary Dioscoride Discorsi Geranium Giorgio Herb Herbal Liberale Materia Mattioli Medicinale Meyerpick Mint Pedacio Pietro Tanacetum Wolfgang Woodblock Woodcut
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1. Title: "Balsam Herb or Mint Geranium: A Botanical Marvel from the Sixteenth Century" This exquisite handcoloured woodblock print depicts the Balsam Herb, also known as Mint Geranium or Tanacetum balsamita. The illustration is a masterpiece from the annals of botanical art, created by the skilled hands of Giorgio Liberale and beautifully rendered in woodblock by Wolfgang Meyerpick. The print is taken from Pietro Andrea Mattioli's influential work, "Discorsi di P.A. Matthioli ne i sei libri della Materia Medicinale di Pedacio Dioscoride Anazarbeo," published in Venice in 1568 by Vincenzo Valgrisi. The Balsam Herb is a perennial plant, characterized by its distinctive, aromatic leaves and small, white or pink flowers. The plant belongs to the Asteraceae family, specifically the genus Tanacetum. This herb has been valued for its medicinal properties since ancient times, with Dioscorides, a renowned Greek physician, documenting its uses in his seminal work "De Materia Medica." The intricate details of the plant's veins, leaves, and flowers are rendered with remarkable precision in this woodblock print. The vibrant colors and delicate shading bring the herb to life, making it a stunning addition to any botanical collection. The print's historical significance lies in its role as an accurate record of the plant's appearance, which was essential for the identification and use of medicinal herbs during the Renaissance period. The artistry and scientific accuracy of this woodblock print serve as a testament to the rich botanical knowledge of the time and the dedication of its creators to documenting the natural world. Today, the Balsam Herb continues to be appreciated for its aromatic qualities and medicinal properties, making it a cherished plant in gardens and herb collections around the world.
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