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Phytographia Curiosa: Britannica Antiquorum Vera

Phytographia Curiosa:  Britannica Antiquorum Vera, by Abraham Munting, 1667
Phytographia Curiosa:  Britannica Antiquorum Vera, by Abraham Munting, 1667

Phytographia Curiosa: Britannica Antiquorum Vera is a print by the Baroque artist Abraham Munting. It dates from 1667 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Phytographia Curiosa: Britannica Antiquorum Vera is a print created by Abraham Munting in 1667, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a plant with dark green, waxy leaves and bright red berries, accompanied by a landscape featuring buildings and a bridge. The banner 'BRITANNICA ANTIQUORUM VERA' suggests it may be part of a series documenting historical British flora.

Technique & Style

The work showcases the artist's attention to detail, rendering the plant's features with a high level of realism. The dramatic presentation is characteristic of the Baroque style.

Artist & collection

Artist

Abraham Munting

Abraham Munting (1626–1683) was a Dutch artist.

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