Hortus Eystettensis, Summer 0.6

Three citrus branches, heavy with fruit and blossom, set out in delicate hand-coloured engraving from Basilius Besler's celebrated botanical book of 1613.

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About this artwork

This plate comes from the Hortus Eystettensis of 1613, and shows three branches of citrus carrying both fruit and blossom. Each is labelled in Latin: Mala Medica seu Citria, Poma Aurantia nana dicta and Poma Aurantia. It is an engraving that has been coloured by hand, so the fruit and leaves are picked out in careful, natural tones. The plate belongs to the special coloured edition of the book, known as the Fürstenausgabe. Basilius Besler, a Nuremberg apothecary and botanist, is best known for this large florilegium.

On your wall: Its fresh citrus fruit and foliage suit kitchens, dining rooms, hallways and studies, especially where a calm, botanical touch is wanted.

Title: Hortus Eystettensis, Summer 0.6
Artist: Basilius Besler
Year: 1613
Style: Floral & botanical
Shape: Portrait

Public domain. Image via Wikimedia Commons.

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Basilius Besler Floral & botanical

About Basilius Besler

Basilius Besler (1561–1629) was an apothecary and botanist based in Nuremberg, where he earned a good reputation in his profession. He is best remembered for the Hortus Eystettensis, a monumental florilegium published in 1613, a large book devoted to the study and depiction of plants and flowers.

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