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BOTANY: SAFFRON. (Crocus sativus). Woodcut from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Commentaires
BOTANY: SAFFRON.
(Crocus sativus). Woodcut from Pietro Andrea Mattiolis Commentaires, Lyon, 1579
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Media ID 12407686
1579 Andrea Biology Blossom Botany Commentaries Flower Mattioli Pietro Root Saffron
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Estimated Product Size is 19.7cm x 24.2cm (7.8" x 9.5")
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This woodcut print from 1579 showcases the beauty and significance of saffron, a precious spice derived from the Crocus sativus flower. Created by Pietro Andrea Mattioli for his Commentaires on botany, this artwork transports us back to a time when scientific illustration was both an art form and a means of documenting botanical knowledge. The intricate details captured in this woodcut reveal the delicate blossom of the saffron crocus, with its vibrant orange petals gracefully unfurling towards the viewer. The root system is also depicted, emphasizing the plant's connection to the earth and highlighting its importance as a source of sustenance and healing. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this image serves as a reminder of saffron's historical significance. Used for centuries in culinary traditions around the world, saffron adds flavor, color, and aroma to various dishes. Its medicinal properties have also been recognized since ancient times. As we admire this woodcut print today, we are reminded not only of nature's exquisite beauty but also of humanity's enduring fascination with plants and their potential benefits. This artwork invites us to appreciate both the artistic skill involved in creating such detailed illustrations and our ongoing quest to understand and harness nature's wonders for our own purposes – whether that be through cooking or exploring new frontiers in medicine.
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