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A Melon, c. 1750-1765 (hand-coloured engraving)
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A Melon, c. 1750-1765 (hand-coloured engraving)
985941 A Melon, c.1750-1765 (hand-coloured engraving) by Eisenberger, Nikolaus Friedrich (1701-71); 36x23 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Melon. Plate 329 from Herbarium Blackwellianum emendatum et auctum, id est...collectio stirpium quae in pharmacopoliis ad medicum usum asservantur by the botanist Elizabeth Blackwell (1700-1758). Nicolaus Friedrich Eisenberger (1701-1771). Hand-coloured engraving. Published circa 1750-1765. 36 x 23cm.); Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23686442
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1750 1750s 1760s 1765 Background Ground Hand Colored Hand Coloring Hand Coloured Hand Colouring Hand Tinted Handcolored Late 18th Century Late Eighteenth Century Leafed Leafy Melon Mid 18th Century Mid Eighteenth Century Named Writer One Object Plant Part Plate Prints Seed Single Object White Background Elizabeth Blackwell Handcoloured
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This print showcases "A Melon" from the late eighteenth century, a hand-coloured engraving by Nikolaus Friedrich Eisenberger. The artwork is part of the renowned Herbarium Blackwellianum collection, curated by botanist Elizabeth Blackwell. The image captures a close-up view of a luscious melon against a pristine white background. The vibrant hand tinting adds depth and richness to the fruit's natural hues, making it come alive with color and texture. Delicate flowers and leafy foliage surround the melon, emphasizing its botanical significance. Eisenberger's meticulous attention to detail is evident in this exquisite piece. Every seed on the melon's surface is meticulously engraved, showcasing his skill as an artist and engraver during this period. Through this enchanting print, we are transported back to the mid-eighteenth century when scientific exploration and natural history were flourishing fields of study. It serves as a testament to both artistic beauty and scientific accuracy. This print not only celebrates nature's bounty but also pays homage to two influential figures: Elizabeth Blackwell as an accomplished female writer in botany and literature, along with Nicolaus Friedrich Eisenberger for his exceptional talent in capturing botanical subjects through engravings. With its timeless charm and historical significance, "A Melon" stands as a remarkable example of art intersecting with science—a true masterpiece that continues to captivate viewers even today.
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