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Bilder Johann Joachim Becher (1635–1682) – Hand-Colored Botanical Woodcut – Phythologia: Mulberry Tree (Morus) and White Mulberry Tree (Morus Alba) (Late 17th Century)
Beskrivning
This hand-colored botanical woodcut features two species of mulberry trees, Morus and Morus Alba, depicted with detailed leaves, branches, and fruit. The print includes descriptive German text below the illustrations, typical for scientific botanical documentation from the late 17th century. The work is printed on laid paper with natural deckle edges, preserving its antique authenticity.
Johann Joachim Becher was a distinguished German physician, chemist, and polymath who contributed extensively to natural science and proto-chemistry. His encyclopedic publications combined empirical observation with scientific inquiry, advancing botanical knowledge in the 17th century.
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.
