Columbine flowers

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Columbine flowers

Columbine flowers. 17th century artwork of flowers from three columbine (Aquilegia sp.) plants. These plants are used in herbal medicine as diuretics (to encourage urination). Artwork from Basilius Beslers Hortus Eystettensis (1613). This book illustrated over 1000 flowers, attempted an early pre-Linnaeus taxonomy and was the largest and most comprehensive work of its time

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1613 17th Century Aquilegia Basil Basilius Copper Plate Engraving Garden German Herb Herbal Herbs Hortus Eystettensis Medicinal Ornamental Seventeenth Bessler Horticultural

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This print showcases a stunning 17th-century artwork of columbine flowers, meticulously illustrated by Basilius Besler in his renowned book Hortus Eystettensis. The delicate beauty of these three Aquilegia sp. plants is brought to life through the intricate engravings and copper plate printing technique employed during that era. Beyond their ornamental appeal, columbine flowers have long been valued for their medicinal properties. Used as diuretics to promote urination, these plants found a place in herbal medicine practices throughout history. Besler's work not only captured the aesthetic allure of nature but also aimed to classify over 1000 different flower species before Linnaeus introduced his taxonomy system. Horticulture enthusiasts and botany lovers will appreciate this historical masterpiece as it represents one of the largest and most comprehensive works of its time. With its rich German heritage and significant contribution to botanical knowledge, this illustration holds immense cultural value. As we gaze upon this enchanting print, we are transported back centuries ago when gardens were not just places of beauty but also sources of healing remedies. Let us marvel at the intricate details that bring these vibrant blooms to life while appreciating the invaluable role they played in both artistry and medicine throughout human history.

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