Cuscute, Pl. 144 (Dodder) (1817)

By: Jean Lambert - Pierre Turpin

Size: 7.50 H x 4.63 W inches

Source: Panckoucke, E. & Turpin, P.J.F: FLORE MEDICALE. Paris: C.L.F. Panckoucke, Editeur. Rue et Hotel Serpente, No. 161817

Item #: 100059

Botanical print excised from Flore Medicale; Copper stipple engraving printed a la poupee (inked in the plate).These antique botanical prints are from the French medical reference book Flore Medicale (Medical Flowers) which portrayed a variety of flowers, trees and herbs that could be used for treating illnesses. The accompanying page of text was referenced by the physician and herbalist in applying the plant for treatment. The illustrations are mainly by Pierre Turpin (1775-1840). Turpin, along with Pierre Redoute, are acknowledged as the most accomplished of the French botanical artists in the early 1800s.

$55