4628 Albertus Seba (1665–1736) – Large Botanical Plate with Exotic Plants / Planche botanique avec plantes exotiques – Copperplate Engraving (1734–1765)
This copperplate engraving presents a selection of exotic botanical specimens, including flowering plants and rare foliage, arranged vertically with numbered labels for scientific reference. The composition is a fusion of precision and elegance, exemplifying the Enlightenment drive to catalog the natural world through both visual artistry and scholarly rigor. The lack of color focuses attention on the intricate structure of each plant, emphasizing morphology over ornamentation.
Albertus Seba (1665–1736) was a Dutch pharmacist and avid collector whose cabinet of curiosities drew scholars from across Europe. His Thesaurus remains one of the most ambitious and visually captivating natural history publications of its time.
Artist or Maker:
Albertus Seba (published by Wetsten, Smith, Jansson-Waesberg)
Dimensions:
51 cm x 68 cm
Medium:
Copperplate Engraving
Date:
1734–1765
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
| Värdering | 300 - 500 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 25% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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