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Exotic Botanicals Unveiled: The Ginger Plant in Art and Science, 1845

Name: Exotic Botanicals Unveiled: The Ginger Plant in Art and Science, 1845
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Antique botanical engraving of Amomum zinziber, better known as ginger. The engraving shows various parts of the ginger plant in a detailed, scientific illustration style typical of historical botanical texts. At the center is the mature plant, with long, slender leaves growing from a central stalk. Below the plant, the underground parts are depicted, including the rhizome which is the part commonly used as a spice. The rhizome is shown with shoots and roots extending from it. To the left of the rhizome, there's a section showing the flower of the ginger plant, labeled '1', with its parts dissected and numbered '2'. To the right of the plant, there's an illustration of the fruit, which is not commonly seen in culinary contexts, labeled '3'. Also displayed are cross-sections of the rhizome '4', a seed capsule '5', and individual seeds '6'. The text at the bottom of the engraving provides the Latin name of the plant, "Amomum zinziber", and another name, "Amome gingembre", which seems to be a variant of the French name for ginger, "amome de gingembre". The artwork is highly detailed, with careful attention to the form and texture of each part of the plant, which would have been essential for botanical studies and plant identification before the advent of color photography. More info on the book in which it was published: The 'Dictionnaire Classique des Sciences Naturelles' by Pierre Auguste Joseph Drapiez stands as a remarkable testament to 19th-century natural sciences. Published in Brussels in 1845, this work represents an expansive collation of knowledge, building upon the pioneering works of Buffon, Daubenton, Lacepede, Cuvier, de Jussieu, and other influential naturalists. The prints within this compendium likely showcase a rich amalgamation of artistic precision and scientific accuracy. Drapiez, himself a Belgian naturalist, would have aimed for detailed representations of flora, fauna, and scientific phenomena, mirroring the illustrative styles prevalent during his time. Given the era's emphasis on illustration, these prints were likely engraved meticulously, possibly portraying intricate anatomical details or lifelike depictions of the natural world. With Drapiez's background in natural history, the prints might bear testament to his commitment to scientific authenticity, aiming to educate and inspire scholars and enthusiasts alike. These engravings would have complemented the text, offering visual aids that elucidate the concepts and specimens discussed in the volume. Overall, the prints of 'Dictionnaire Classique des Sciences Naturelles' likely serve as both artistic representations and invaluable scientific resources, encapsulating the essence of 19th-century natural history exploration and documentation.

Dimensions:

Height: 10.44 in (26.5 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper,Engraved

Period:

1840-1849

Date of Manufacture:

1845

Condition:

Condition: Good. Overal toning and light soiling but he images itself clean and hand-colored in expliciet fresh colors. Left side cut short with tiny tears but leaving enough margins to frame this print nicely. Please study scan carefully.

Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

Reference Number:

Seller: BG-13261-481stDibs: LU3054337752282

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