Rosa Gallica. L. (Apothecary French Rose) Tab.403.

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• ARTIST: Joseph Jakob Plenck

• PUBLISHER: Published Vienna.

• MEDIUM: Copper engraving, hand colored,

  DATE: 1788-1803.

• EDITION SIZE: Platemark 13 3/4 x 8 7/8" (349 x 228mm).

• DESCRIPTION: From Plenck's scarce "Icones Plantarum Medicinalium Secundum Systema Linnaei Digestarum." This work was devoted to the medicinal properties of native European plants. Many had never been illustrated before. The engravings have a freshness and simplicity that charms collectors today.<BR><BR> The plate illustrates Rosa gallica, commonly known as the French rose or apothecary’s rose, one of the oldest cultivated rose species in Europe. Long associated with medicinal and herbal use, the plant was valued for its fragrant petals, which were employed in perfumes, syrups, conserves, and traditional remedies for their mild astringent and anti-inflammatory properties.

• ADDITIONAL INFO:

• CONDITION: Good condition with original color.

• REFERENCE: Dunthorne 225. Nissen 1536.

• CATEGORIES: 18th-19th Century Subjects , Natural History - Botanicals , Other Flowers