Items Similar to English Oak, Cloth of Gold Crocus, and Sand Sedge: Botanical Illustrations 1819
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 6
English Oak, Cloth of Gold Crocus, and Sand Sedge: Botanical Illustrations 1819
$564.86per set
$706.07per set20% Off
£422.86per set
£528.57per set20% Off
€472per set
€590per set20% Off
CA$777.60per set
CA$972per set20% Off
A$850.07per set
A$1,062.59per set20% Off
CHF 449.72per set
CHF 562.16per set20% Off
MX$10,172.44per set
MX$12,715.55per set20% Off
NOK 5,722.10per set
NOK 7,152.63per set20% Off
SEK 5,238.01per set
SEK 6,547.51per set20% Off
DKK 3,596.06per set
DKK 4,495.07per set20% Off
About the Item
Hand-Colored Engravings that were published in the 1819 sixth edition of "Getreue Darstellung und Beschreibung der in der Arzenykunde gebrauchlichen Gewächse" by Friedrich Gottlob Hayne. This work is known for its detailed and accurate botanical illustrations of plants used in medicine during that period.
The engravings in detail:
1. Quercus robur (English Oak): Similar to Quercus pedunculata, this illustration shows the oak’s leaves, acorns, and branches. The English Oak is known for its strong wood and ecological significance.
2. Crocus susianus (Cloth of Gold Crocus): This image depicts the bright yellow flowers of the Crocus, along with its corm and various parts of its reproductive structure. Crocus species are known for their vibrant flowers and, in some cases, for producing saffron.
3. Carex arenaria (Sand Sedge): The illustration shows this grass-like plant commonly found in sandy soils. The roots, stems, and seed structures are detailed, emphasizing its role in soil stabilization and its use in traditional medicine for its diuretic properties.
These three plants each have a history of use in traditional medicine and other applications. Here’s an overview of their uses:
1. Dictamnus albus (Burning Bush or Gas Plant)
- Medicinal Uses: Traditionally, Dictamnus albus has been used for various medicinal purposes, such as treating skin disorders, rheumatism, and digestive issues. It has been used in herbal medicine for its supposed anti-inflammatory, diuretic, and tonic properties.
- Other Uses: The plant is known for releasing a flammable vapor in hot weather, which can be ignited without harming the plant. This characteristic has made it a subject of fascination, leading to its nickname, the "gas plant."
2. Colchicum autumnale (Autumn Crocus)
- Medicinal Uses: The primary active compound in Colchicum autumnale is colchicine, which has been historically used to treat gout due to its ability to reduce inflammation and pain. Colchicine is still used in modern medicine for the treatment of gout and familial Mediterranean fever.
- Toxicity: It's important to note that Colchicum autumnale is highly toxic if ingested improperly. The entire plant contains toxic alkaloids, and improper use can lead to severe poisoning or death.
3. Quercus pedunculata (English Oak)
- Medicinal Uses: English Oak has been used traditionally for its bark, which contains tannins. These tannins have astringent properties, and thus the bark has been used to treat diarrhea, inflammation, and wounds. The acorns, after proper processing, have also been used as a food source.
- Other Uses: Beyond medicinal applications, English Oak is highly valued for its strong and durable wood, which has been used historically in shipbuilding, construction, and furniture-making.
These plants illustrate the rich intersection of botany and medicine, showcasing how various plant species have been used for healing and practical purposes throughout history.
- Dimensions:Height: 10.83 in (27.5 cm)Width: 8.55 in (21.7 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 3
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1819
- Condition:Condition: excellent given age. General age-related toning. Original hand-colored etching / engraving on hand laid (verge) paper with matermark. The Please study scans carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13747-35, BG-13747-36, BG-13747-371stDibs: LU3054341261622
About the Seller
5.0
Recognized Seller
These prestigious sellers are industry leaders and represent the highest echelon for item quality and design.
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2009
1stDibs seller since 2017
2,792 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: <1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Langweer, Netherlands
- Return Policy
More From This Seller
View AllBurning Bush, Autumn Crocus, and English Oak: Botanical Illustrations from 1819
Located in Langweer, NL
These illustrations were published in the 1819 sixth edition of "Getreue Darstellung und Beschreibung der in der Arzenykunde gebrauchlichen Gewächse" by Friedrich Gottlob Hayne. This...
Category
Antique 1810s Prints
Materials
Paper
$564 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Sweet Flag, Russian Licorice, and Opium Poppy: Botanical Illustrations 1819
Located in Langweer, NL
Hand-Colored Engravings that were published in the 1819 sixth edition of "Getreue Darstellung und Beschreibung der in der Arzenykunde gebrauchlichen Gewächse" by Friedrich Gottlob Ha...
Category
Antique 1810s Prints
Materials
Paper
$564 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Engravings of European Wild Ginger, Prickly Lettuce, and Common Soapwort, 1819
Located in Langweer, NL
Description of the Plants in the three original engravings on offer:
1. Asarum europaeum (Common Name: European Wild Ginger)
- This engraving depicts Asarum europaeum, commonly k...
Category
Antique 1810s German Prints
Materials
Paper
Wild Lettuce, Tansy, and Licorice: Botanical Illustrations from 1819
Located in Langweer, NL
These original handcolored botanical engravings are from the work titled "Getreue Darstellung und Beschreibung der in der Arzenykunde gebrauchlichen Gewächse" (which translates to "A...
Category
Antique 1810s Prints
Materials
Paper
$564 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Botanical Engraving of Dyer
s Alkanet and Primrose Varieties - 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Botanical Engraving of Dyer's Alkanet and Primrose Varieties - 1803 Floral Print by Samuel Curtis
This engraving is from "The Bota...
Category
Antique 1790s Prints
Materials
Paper
$134 Sale Price
20% Off
Old Botanical Quartet: Portraits of Flax, Tobacco, Saffron, and Patience, 1823
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Crocus Sativus (..)'. Four images of flowers on one sheet, printed from two plates. The upper two show Linum Usitatissimum (or Common Flax) and Nicotiana tabacu...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
$210 Sale Price
20% Off
Free Shipping
You May Also Like
Alpine Avens and Crocus – Original Hand-Colored Botanical Print, 1880s
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Alpine Avens and Crocus – Original Hand-Colored Botanical Print, 1880s
A charming original 19th-century botanical print featuring Alpine Avens (Acaena microphylla) and Crocus boryan...
Category
Antique 19th Century British Prints
Materials
Paper
Two 18th Century Hand Colored Botanical Engraving of Plants from (1771)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Adorning the walls, two gracefully framed botanical engravings from 1771 capture nature's elegance in exquisite detail. Delicate strokes of...
Category
Antique 1770s European George III Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Early 19th Century French Roques Botanical Engravings
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Early 19th Century French engraved and hand coloured botanical studies.
Including Belladonna, Datura, Digitalis and Poppy from 'Phytography médicale, histoire des substances héroiqu...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Country Prints
Materials
Paper
Set of Three Hand Colored Copper Wheel Engraved Floral Prints by John Hill c1756
Located in valatie, NY
Set of Three Hand Colored Copper Wheel Engraved Floral Prints by John Hill c1756. One print signed in the plate, "I Hill." Published in England and hand colored. From an edition of 6...
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Prints
Materials
Paper
18th century James Sowerby botanical Engravings
By James Sowerby
Located in Seaford, GB
Rare Antique Botanical Prints by James Sowerby (1757–1822): A Timeless Tribute to British Flora
Step into the enchanting world of 18th-century botanical artistry with our exceptiona...
Category
Antique 1790s British Georgian Prints
Materials
Paper
$2,073 Sale Price / set
41% Off
Set of Two Rare Botanical Engravings by D’Orbigny — 1849
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Set of Two Rare Botanical Engravings by D’Orbigny — Dictionnaire Universel d’Histoire Naturelle, Paris, 1849
An exquisite pair of original hand-colored botanical engravings from the...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Prints
Materials
Paper
