Hyacinthus Serolinus Obsoleto Colore; Muscari Obsoleto Albo Flore; Pseudo Narcissus; Colchicum Vulgare Purpura
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Basilius Besler's Hyacinthus Serolinus Obsoleto Colore; Muscari Obsoleto Albo Flore; Pseudo Narcissus; Colchicum Vulgare Purpura into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Basilius Besler's exquisite botanical illustration Hyacinthus Serolinus Obsoleto Colore; Muscari Obsoleto Albo Flore; Pseudo Narcissus; Colchicum Vulgare Purpura from the seminal 1613 Hortus Eystettensis epitomizes Renaissance scientific precision merged with artistic elegance. This copperplate engraving showcases four bulbous plants - hyacinths, grape hyacinths, narcissi, and autumn crocuses - rendered with remarkable fidelity to nature while maintaining compositional harmony. The work exemplifies Besler's revolutionary approach of portraying plants at life-size with their roots and seasonal aspects, bridging medicinal herbal traditions with emerging aesthetic botany. As one of the first comprehensive florilegia documenting Bishop Johann Konrad von Gemmingen's legendary Eichstätt garden, these illustrations became benchmarks for botanical art, influencing generations of naturalists and artists. The delicate linework and subtle hand-coloring reveal Baroque fascination with nature's diversity, while the Latin nomenclature reflects early scientific categorization. Besler's masterpiece occupies a pivotal position in art history as both a scientific document and artistic achievement, capturing the Enlightenment's burgeoning interest in systematizing nature through visual representation.
For contemporary interiors, this Besler print offers versatile decorative potential. Its vertical format suits narrow walls in studies or offices, ideally framed in warm-toned wood (like walnut or ebonized oak) to complement the antique paper tone. The 16th-century botanical aesthetic pairs beautifully with both traditional and modern minimalist spaces - try grouping it with other Hortus Eystettensis plates in salon-style arrangements for academic ambiance, or let it stand alone as a sophisticated focal point against neutral walls. The soft purples, whites and greens in the illustration harmonize with muted color schemes; consider echoing these hues through adjacent textiles or ceramics. In professional settings, it lends cultured gravitas to law offices or consultancy rooms, while domestically it enhances sunrooms or libraries. Maintain visual clarity by selecting frames with slim profiles (maximum 2" width) and opting for UV-protective museum glass to preserve the delicate coloring. Standard sizes (approximately 20"x16") ensure easy matting and framing solutions.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
