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€ 7.500 - 8.000
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€ 9.600
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Two volumes in folio of an ancient manuscript herbal with over 300 contemporary illustrations in color and hand-painted watercolors. In the first volume each illustration is accompanied by a descriptive page of the plant/fruit with all the properties and the scientific name. The second volume contains only the illustrations. Dating: 18th century.
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Illustrated manuscript herbals from the 18th century are a valuable historical and scientific heritage, a testimony to the passion for botany and the advancement of naturalistic knowledge. These objects, handcrafted with passion and skill, offer a unique interface between art and science. Many 18th-century herbals feature hand-drawn illustrations, such as those here, often using watercolor or pen and ink techniques, which capture the beauty and detail of the plants. In addition to illustrations, these herbals often include detailed descriptions of the plants, with information on their morphology, distribution, and medicinal use.
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