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Gratia Dei cranesbill and bloody cranesbill
Gratia Dei cranesbill, Geranium batrachioides, and bloody cranesbill, Geranium sanguineum. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557. This from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and in English manuscript
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This exquisite handcoloured woodblock engraving depicts two distinctive members of the cranesbill genus, Geranium: Gratia Dei cranesbill (Geranium batrachioides) and bloody cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum). Originally illustrated in Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, published in Frankfurt in 1557, this botanical masterpiece showcases the intricate details of each plant's morphology. Gratia Dei cranesbill, also known as the water cranesbill, is identified by its heart-shaped leaves and pink or white flowers with distinctive yellow centers. The plant's common name is derived from its preference for growing near water and its seeds, which are said to resemble the eggs of cranes. Historically, this herb was used for various medicinal purposes, including treating wounds and reducing inflammation. Bloody cranesbill, also known as the alpine cranesbill, is characterized by its lobed, dark green leaves and magenta-pink flowers. This hardy perennial thrives in cooler climates and was used in traditional medicine for its astringent and hemostatic properties, making it particularly valuable for stopping bleeding and promoting wound healing. This botanical illustration is a beautiful example of the meticulous work that went into early herbals, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and English manuscript. The image itself is a woodblock engraving, a technique that involved carving the design into a block of wood and then inking and printing it onto paper. This 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only serves as a testament to the enduring fascination with the natural world and the importance of accurate botanical record-keeping.
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