Antique botanical plate: Broad-leaved sage – d'Orbigny
Antique botanical plate: Broad-leaved sage – d'Orbigny
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This reproduction of an ancient botanical illustration highlights the broad-leaved sage, extracted from Charles d'Orbigny's Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle. The plate is distinguished by the vibrant representation of its blue flowers and the detailed structure of its green foliage. This chromatic study emphasizes the intrinsic beauty of the species while respecting the codes of scientific illustration.
The original work, published in the 19th century, is part of a major scientific synthesis approach aimed at documenting flora with exactitude. The graphic style characteristic of d'Orbigny's era combines finesse of line and fidelity to natural nuances, making each plate a historical testimony to botany. The composition includes essential anatomical details for the plant's classification.
Ideal for botany enthusiasts or to enrich a collection of naturalist images, this reproduction brings a scholarly and colorful note to any interior. It lends itself to careful observation of plant forms and integrates harmoniously into a living environment oriented towards the plant world.
About this print
About this print
The layout and composition of this reproduction have been the subject of our greatest attention.
- Respect for the format of the original work: in order to faithfully transcribe the artist's intention, the work is not cropped/re-cut except in extreme cases (obvious imperfection, geometry problem, etc.) in which case the cropping will be as light as possible.
- The presence of white margins is sometimes necessary in order to present the work in a balanced manner.
- Each size offered has been specifically composed, therefore, the size of the white margins may vary from one print size to another. Remember to check this detail carefully!
- Print only, frame not included!
Features
Features
- Premium 200gsm matte white paper, durable and strong.
- Natural, smooth uncoated finish, silky to the touch
- FSC certified paper or equivalent certifications depending on regional availability.
- Each print is shipped in sturdy packaging, ensuring safe transport.
- Each print is printed and shipped on demand. No minimum order quantity is required.
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