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Star of Bethlehem, Ornithogalum umbellatum
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Star of Bethlehem, Ornithogalum umbellatum
Star of Bethlehem, Ornithogalum umbellatum, and edelweiss, Leontopodium alpinum. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557. This from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and in English manuscript
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Adam Alpinum Bethlehem Captions Edelweiss Edition Herb Herbal Krauterbuch Latin Lonicer Ornithogalum Pirate Umbellatum Woodblock Woodcut Leontopodium
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This exquisite handcoloured woodblock engraving is a botanical illustration of the Star of Bethlehem, Ornithogalum umbellatum, and Edelweiss, Leontopodium alpinum, taken from the Herbal, or Krauterbuch, of Adam Lonicer, published in Frankfurt in 1557. The intricate detail of the image showcases the delicate beauty of these two renowned plants, which have been admired for their unique characteristics for centuries. The Star of Bethlehem, also known as the Winter Aconite, is a low-growing perennial herb native to Europe and Western Asia. Its distinctive yellow flowers, which bloom in late winter, resemble stars, hence the name. The plant was believed to have medicinal properties and was used to treat various ailments, including jaundice, gout, and scabies. Edelweiss, on the other hand, is a rare and highly prized alpine flower that grows in the high mountains of Europe. Its white, five-petaled flowers bloom in late spring and summer, and are surrounded by a protective rosette of leaves. Edelweiss has long been a symbol of purity and has been used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory issues, wounds, and as an aphrodisiac. This particular illustration is a pirate edition or atlas of the original Herbal, which contains captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and English manuscript. The use of multiple languages reflects the international reach of botanical knowledge during the Renaissance period, as scholars and explorers traveled the world to discover new plants and share their findings with one another. The intricate handcolouring and meticulous woodblock engraving of this botanical illustration are a testament to the dedication and expertise of the artists and craftsmen of the time, who sought to accurately document and preserve the natural world for future generations.
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