Artwork
Phytographia Curiosa: Britannica Antiquorum Vera

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








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