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I. Iris pratensis maior. II. Viola matronalis flore albo. III. Viola matronalis flore purpureo.
| Article ID | DP1010 |
Title | I. Iris pratensis maior. II. Viola matronalis flore albo. III. Viola matronalis flore purpureo. |
Splendid depiction of a Siberian iris (Iris sibirica) and two night violets (Hesperis matronalis). Reverse Octavus Ordo, fol. 2. The first edition of the magnificent work Hortus Eystettensis was published in 1613, produced by the pharmacist, botanist, collector, engraver and publisher Basilius Besler from Nuremberg - 400th anniversary of the first edition! | |
| Year | ca. 1640 |
Artist | Besler |
| Place of Publication | Eichstätt/Nuremberg |
| Dimensions (cm) | 46,5 x 39 cm |
| Condition | Tear on the right side perfectly restored |
| Coloring | original colored |
| Technique | Copper print |
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300.00 €
( A reproduction can be ordered individually on request. )