Original Framed “Fructus Artischochi” Engraving by Basilius Besler

Botanical hand-colored engraving after original oil on canvas by botanist Basilius Besler (German, 1561-1626), “Fructus Artischochi”, pl. 25 from “Hortus Eystettensis” originally published circa 1697, depicting large stylized artichoke on stalk. Framed in giltwood.

30.5 in.Hx26.5 in.Wx1.5 in.D