Besler. Hand Colored Botanical Engraving. 1613-40.
Besler, Basilius (German, 1561-1629). Hand-colored floral engraving. From 'Hortus Eystettensis.' Nuremberg and Eichstatt: 1613, 1640. Aristolochia Vulgaris flore purpureo (Fumewort); Laureola (Mezereon); Cornus (Cornelian Cherry); Crocus flore (Spring crocus). Sheet size: 16 3/4" x 21 1/4"
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Besler, Basilius (German, 1561-1629). Hand-colored floral engraving. From 'Hortus Eystettensis.' Nuremberg and Eichstatt: 1613, 1640. Aristolochia Vulgaris flore purpureo (Fumewort); Laureola (Mezereon); Cornus (Cornelian Cherry); Crocus flore (Spring crocus). Sheet size: 16 3/4" x 21 1/4"