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False flax oil, Camelina sativa
False flax oil, Camelina sativa. 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 Commentary Dioscoride Discorsi False Flax Giorgio Herbal Liberale Materia Mattioli Medicinale Meyerpick Pedacio Pietro Sativa Wolfgang Woodblock Woodcut
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False Flax Oil: A Historical Botanical Illustration of Camelina Sativa This exquisite handcoloured woodblock print depicts False Flax Oil, or Camelina sativa, a plant that has been used for medicinal and culinary purposes since ancient times. The illustration is based on an original work by Giorgio Liberale, as featured in Pietro Andrea Mattioli's Discorsi di P.A. Matthioli ne i sei libri della Materia Medicinale di Pedacio Dioscoride Anazarbeo, published in Venice in 1568. The print, created by Wolfgang Meyerpick, showcases the False Flax plant in great detail. The intricate illustration captures the plant's distinctive features, including its slender stem, narrow leaves, and small, yellow flowers. The print also highlights the oil-bearing seeds, which were once an essential source of omega-3 fatty acids before the widespread use of flaxseed oil. False Flax Oil was highly valued in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and healing properties. It was used topically to treat wounds and internally to alleviate various ailments, including gastrointestinal issues and skin conditions. The oil was also used as a food source, particularly in Europe during times when other sources of omega-3 fatty acids were scarce. The botanical illustration provides a fascinating glimpse into the historical use of Camelina sativa and the importance of natural remedies during the Renaissance period. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of the woodblock print serve as a testament to the skill and artistry of the illustrator and the printer, as well as the significance of botanical knowledge during this time.
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