Phytanthoza iconographia, Vol. 3, plate 766 – Johann Wilhelm Weinmann (1742) – Botanical Poster Print

Plate 766 from the third volume of Phytanthoza Iconographia (1742) reflects Johann Wilhelm Weinmann’s enduring contribution to eighteenth-century botanical art. As one of the most ambitious florilegia of its time, Weinmann’s publication combined precise engraving with luminous hand-coloring, elevating botanical documentation into a refined visual discipline.

The composition presents the plant specimen with clarity and balance, allowing stems, blossoms, and foliage to unfold against a clean background. Fine detailing captures the structure and texture of each element, while the arrangement maintains a harmonious sense of proportion. The result is both scientifically instructive and aesthetically elegant, embodying the Enlightenment’s devotion to order and observation.

Part of a landmark botanical series, this plate stands as a testament to the intersection of art, scholarship, and craftsmanship. It remains a timeless example of early natural history illustration, where careful study and decorative refinement are brought into perfect alignment.

 

🖨️ Print features:

– Made with museum-grade archival paper for excellent printing fidelity and vibrant color reproduction

– Paper weight: 189 g/m2

– For indoor use only

– Care instructions: If the print does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.

– Please note: Due to the production process of these posters, please allow for slight size deviations with a tolerance +/- 1/16″

 

🚚 Fulfillment, Shipping, and Return Policy:

– Printed and shipped from the U.S.

– Ships in a sturdy mailing tube, frame not included

– As our items are unique and made to order, we can only accept a return or exchange in the event that an item arrives damaged or misprinted. We cannot accept returns if you order the wrong size or change your mind. Any return requests must be made within 14 days of receiving the order.

 

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