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Carduus Lanceolatus

published 1757/1764

Johann Hieronymus Kniphof

Associated Names

Johann Hieronymus Kniphof

Artist, German, 1704 - 1763

The image shows a detailed drawing of a tall thistle plant with spiky leaves and blooming flower heads at the top. The color scheme is sepia, giving the illustration a vintage look. The text "CARDUUS LANCEOLATUS" is below the thistle, and other text "CLASS XVIII ORD. I" and "TAB. 629" are at the top corners.

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Artwork overview

Medium

pressed and dried plant inked and pressed between two sheets of paper
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number

1980.45.913

Artwork history & notes

Watermarks

crowned shield / C & I HONIG

Wikidata ID

Q65572371

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