Artwork
Plantae Selectae: No. 46 - Tacamahaca
Plantae Selectae: No. 46 - Tacamahaca is a print by the Romanticist artist Georg Dionysius Ehret. It dates from 1762 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Plantae Selectae: No.
About this work
Overview
Plantae Selectae: No. 46 - Tacamahaca is a print created by Georg Dionysius Ehret in 1762, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a plant, likely Tacamahaca, with detailed renderings of its large green leaves and long stem, showcasing the botanical characteristics of the specimen.
Technique & Style
Ehret's work is characterized by meticulous attention to detail, with carefully drawn leaves and stems set against a light beige background that accentuates the plant's features.
Context
This print is representative of 18th-century botanical illustration, a field that emphasized accurate depiction of plant species, and is associated with the broader artistic trends of the time, including the emerging focus on natural history.
Artist & collection
Artist
Georg Dionysius Ehret was a German botanist and entomologist known for his botanical illustrations.
