Bilder Joseph Pitton de Tournefort (1656–1708) – Hand-Colored Botanical Engraving – Cacao (Theobroma Cacao) – (1719)

Beskrivning

This finely detailed hand-colored botanical engraving, titled Cacao, is part of the extensive botanical studies by the renowned French botanist Joseph Pitton de Tournefort. The illustration showcases the anatomy of the cacao plant (Theobroma Cacao), including its flowers, seeds, and pods. Each element is meticulously labeled, capturing the distinct features of the plant: the flower petals, stem, seeds, and the cross-section of the cacao pod are all carefully illustrated and highlighted with vibrant hand-coloring.

Tournefort was one of the leading botanists of his time, known for his significant contributions to the classification of plants. His work laid foundational principles for modern taxonomy and botanical illustration, emphasizing clarity and scientific accuracy. This engraving, marked as "Tab. 444," is reflective of the precision and artistic elegance characteristic of his botanical compendiums.

Provenance:
Part of Éléments de botanique, published in Paris during the early 18th century.

Artist or Maker:
Joseph Pitton de Tournefort

Dimensions:
15 cm x 24 cm

Medium:
Hand-Colored Engraving

Date:
1719

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.