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Aloe Humilis Africana Botanical Engraving from Caspar Commelin's Work, 1706
This engraving is possibly a botanical illustration from Caspar Commelin's "Praeludia Botanica," published in 1703. It depicts Aloe Humilis Africana Arachnioidea, a low-growing African aloe species with a tall flowering stalk. The title in Latin translates to "Low African Aloe, Spider-Like," likely referring to the fine texture and structure of the plant's leaves or flowers.
This engraving is potentially a proof print (proefdruk) of Caspar Commelin's work, "Horti Medici Amstelaedamensis Plantæ Rariores et Exoticæ ad Vivum Æri Incisæ," published in 1706 by Fredericum Haringh in Leiden (Lugduni Batavorum).
The style, botanical detail, and Latin labeling in the engraving align with the scientific and illustrative approach typical of the Commelins' botanical works. These illustrations were often created directly from life ("ad vivum") to document rare and exotic plants, especially those housed at the Amsterdam Hortus Medicus.
Given that proof prints were commonly produced to ensure the accuracy of engravings before inclusion in published works, this engraving may be part of the preparatory process for Commelin's publications. It fits with the layout and descriptions found in the 1706 edition of Caspar Commelin's botanical works, continuing the legacy started by his uncle, Jan Commelin.
### Description:
The engraving illustrates a low-growing aloe plant with a tall flowering stalk. The leaves of the plant form a dense rosette close to the ground, while the flowering stalk extends upward, bearing multiple small flowers.
- Leaf Texture: The engraving carefully captures the spiny texture and serrated edges of the aloe's leaves. The rosette structure is compact, typical of low-growing aloe species.
- Flowering Stalk: A tall flowering stalk grows from the center of the plant, rising high above the rosette. The stalk is adorned with clusters of small flowers, which are delicately rendered to show their form and placement along the stem.
The engraving focuses on the natural structure and shape of the plant, with minimal background details, keeping the viewer’s attention on the aloe's botanical features.
### Maker:
This engraving likely belongs to the series produced under the supervision of Caspar Commelin for his botanical publications. Caspar Commelin continued the work of his uncle, Jan Commelin, documenting rare and exotic plants, many of which were brought to Europe through Dutch colonial and trade networks. Their botanical works, such as *"Horti Medici Amstelaedamensis,"* played a crucial role in early scientific efforts to classify and describe plants from around the world.
### What It Shows:
The engraving is a detailed depiction of an African aloe species, specifically Aloe Humilis, known for its low-growing, dense rosette and tall flowering stalk. The plant is native to Africa and valued for its ornamental and medicinal properties. The detailed rendering serves as both a scientific illustration and an educational tool for botanists, providing an accurate representation of the plant’s structure, including its leaves and flowers.
This engraving likely contributed to European efforts in the 18th century to classify and document exotic species, focusing on their botanical characteristics and potential uses.
- Dimensions:Height: 9.34 in (23.7 cm)Width: 7.29 in (18.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:1700-1709
- Date of Manufacture:1706
- Condition:Condition: very good, given age. Etching / engraving on hand-laid (verge) paper. Light foxing, mostly outside the plate-mark. A crease in the upper right corner. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13748-1291stDibs: LU3054341523882
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