Bilder Abalberd Ricken – Set of 2 Plates of Flammula Mushrooms - 1915

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This two-plate set presents scientifically accurate engravings of mushroom species from the genus Flammula, part of the Cortinariaceae family. The illustrations depict a rich variety of forms and textures—some showing velvety caps, others gilled undersides or distinctive stems—all labeled with Latin binomials. Each specimen is rendered with meticulous attention to structure and differentiation, exemplifying Enlightenment-era standards in botanical and mycological documentation.

Adalbert Ricken (1851–1921) was a German Franciscan friar and mycologist known for his contributions to fungal classification in Central Europe. His major work, Die Blätterpilze Deutschlands, remains a key reference in the study of agarics. Ricken’s legacy lies in his rigorous documentation and taxonomic clarity, bridging ecclesiastical discipline with scientific inquiry.

Artist or Maker:
Adalbert Ricken

Dimensions (each plate):
25 cm x 32 cm

Medium:
Copperplate Engravings

Date:
1915


Condition Report:
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