Botanical Elegance: Antique Engravings from Johann Weinmann's Masterpiece, 1748

Reference
BG-13715-2
Date
1748
Region
World
Category
Natural History Print
Sheet size
43.0 x 25.0 cm (16.9 x 9.8 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 790

Artist or Maker: Johann Wilhelm Weinmann Title: "Lilium album peregrinum. Lilium buliferum, Knöpfigte Feuer Lilien. Lilium croceum minus, Feuer Lilien." Medium: Colored etching Catalog Number: N.655

Source: "Duidelyke vertoning eeniger duizend in alle vier waerelds deelen wassende bomen, stammen, kruiden" (A Clear Representation of Several Thousand Trees, Shrubs, Herbs, Growing in All Four Parts of the World) Publication Date: Amsterdam, 1748

Title: "Botanical Elegance: Antique Engravings from Johann Weinmann's Masterpiece"

Description: This exquisite antique engraving, part of Johann Wilhelm Weinmann's renowned work "Duidelyke vertoning eeniger duizend in alle vier waerelds deelen wassende bomen, stammen, kruiden" (A Clear Representation of Several Thousand Trees, Shrubs, Herbs, Growing in All Four Parts of the World), offers a captivating glimpse into the 18th-century botanical world.

The intricately detailed illustration showcases the delicate beauty of various lily species, including "Lilium album peregrinum," "Lilium buliferum" (Knöpfigte Feuer Lilien), and "Lilium croceum minus." Each flower is brought to life through vibrant hand-colored etching, highlighting their unique characteristics and colors.

This engraving is a testament to the meticulous artistry and scientific dedication of the era. The catalog number "N.655" in the top corner adds historical significance to this piece. It is a window into the botanical knowledge of the time, offering both a scientific record and a work of art that continues to inspire admiration for the natural world.

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