Description: '8. Plantago media L.' Plate 8: This plate shows Plantago media, known as the hoary plantain. Etching / engraving on hand laid (verge) paper. Sheet size: 19 x 25 cm. (7,5 x 9,8 inch). Image size: 9 x 16 cm. (3,5 x 6,3 inch). This botanical print originates from: 'Demonstrations elementaires de botanique.' (transl: Elementary botanical exhibits.), by J.E. Gilibert, published by Bruyset Aine et Cie., Lyon, 1796. This work contains the engravings by the reknown botanist Pierre Richer de Belleval, engraved much earlier between 1598 and 1632. They were mot published until 1796. Made by 'Pierre Richer de Belleval' after own design. Pierre Richer de Belleval / Belleville (1564-1632), a French botanist, considered the father of scientific botany. He was a physician to French kings, botanist and created botanical gardens. In 1598 he started to produce engravings, but he did not live to see most of them published. Condition: Very good, given age. Paper edges a bit browned. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully. Keywords: PLANTAGO MEDIA-HOARY PLANTAIN-PL. 8 PCO-C33-04
Price: 87 USD
Location: Overasselt
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Date of Creation: Pre-1800
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Subject: Botanical
Height (Inches): 9,8
Width (Inches): 7,5
Print Surface: Paper
Material: Engraving
Year of Production: 1796
Type: Print
