Home > Mary Evans Prints Online > New Images August 2021
Manna ash and sarsaparilla
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Manna ash and sarsaparilla
Manna ash, Fraxinus ornus 1, and sarsaparilla, Smilax regelii 2, with root, flower and node. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1802
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23158064
© Florilegius/Mary Evans
Berry Bertuch Bilderbuch Educational Encyclopedia Fraxinus Friedrich Herbal Johann Kinder Manna Node Root Sarsaparilla Smilax
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving is taken from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder, or Picture Book for Children, published in Weimar in 1802. The image showcases two medicinal plants, Manna ash (Fraxinus ornus, 1) and Sarsaparilla (Smilax regelii, 2). Manna ash, also known as European ash or Ornate ash, is depicted here with its distinctive bark, leaves, and a cluster of its samaras or winged seeds. Manna ash was highly regarded in traditional medicine for its soothing properties, particularly for treating wounds and inflammations. The tree's sap was also used to make a sweet substance called manna, which was consumed for various health benefits. Sarsaparilla, shown with its root, flower, and node, is a vine belonging to the Smilax genus. The plant is known for its unique tuberous root, which was used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including rheumatism, syphilis, and skin conditions. The sarsaparilla root was also used as a flavoring agent in soft drinks and various food products. This illustration is a testament to the rich natural history knowledge that was passed down through generations and documented in educational materials like Bilderbuch fur Kinder. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the engraving serve to captivate the young audience's imagination and instill a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
