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Bilder Johann Joachim Becher (1635–1682) – Hand-Colored Botanical Woodcut – Phythologia: Habern / Avena and Canarian Seeds / Phalaris (Late 17th Century)
Beskrivning
This hand-colored botanical woodcut illustrates two plant species, Habern (Avena) and Canarian seeds (Phalaris), with detailed depictions of roots, stems, and seed heads. The print includes descriptive text in German beneath the illustrations, typical of scientific botanical documentation of the late 17th century. The artwork is rendered on laid paper with natural deckle edges, preserving the original antique condition.
Johann Joachim Becher was a notable German physician, chemist, and polymath whose encyclopedic works bridged natural history and early chemistry. His contributions advanced botanical and medicinal knowledge in the 17th century through detailed empirical studies and publications.
Artist or Maker:
Johann Joachim Becher
Dimensions:
32 cm x 19 cm
Medium:
Hand-Colored Woodcut on Laid Paper
Date:
Late 17th Century
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
