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Original Framed "Fructus Artischochi" Engraving by Basilius Besler

About the Item

Botanical hand-colored engraving after original oil on canvas by botanist Basilius Besler (German, 1561-1626), "Fructus Artischochi", pl. 25 from "Hortus Eystettensis" originally published circa 1697, depicting large stylized artichoke on stalk. Framed in giltwood.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Width: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Copper,Engraved
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    17th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor chips to gilding, damage to paper backing (pictured).
  • Seller Location:
    Mt Kisco, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU89714635933

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