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Antique Botany Print of the Mespilus Germanica by Plenck 'circa 1790'

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About the Item

Antique botany print titled 'Mespilus Germanica'. Hand colored engraving of the mespilus germanica, also known as the medlar or common medlar. This print originates from 'Icones Plantarum Medicinalium (..)' by Joseph Jacob Plenck. Published between 1788 and 1803.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.34 in (41.5 cm)Width: 13.19 in (33.5 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1790
  • Condition:
    General age-related toning. Small stamp at bottom right. Minor wear, blank verso. Please study images carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-12512-561stDibs: LU3054319951722

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