Culpeper’s Complete Herbal c.1750, Plate 12 Botanical Engraving Reproduction on Canvas
This reproduction of a hand-colored engraving from Nicholas Culpeper’s Complete Herbal (c.1750) is Plate 12, depicting nine medicinal plants essential to early modern herbal practice. Each species is carefully illustrated, combining scientific detail with an artistry that reflects the enduring value of botanical study in the 18th century.
The plants illustrated on Plate 12 are:
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Lovage (Levisticum officinale)
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Lungwort (Pulmonaria officinalis)
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Loosestrife or Wood Willowherb (Epilobium angustifolium)
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Maidenhair (Adiantum capillus-veneris)
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Field Madder (Sherardia arvensis)
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Marsh Mallow (Althaea officinalis)
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Marigold (Calendula officinalis)
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Melilot (Melilotus officinalis)
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Masterwort (Peucedanum ostruthium)
Plate 12 captures plants associated with soothing respiratory complaints, aiding digestion, easing inflammation, and supporting wound healing. Others, such as marigold and marsh mallow, also carried symbolic associations in folklore and daily life. This engraving preserves the practical and cultural wisdom central to Culpeper’s celebrated herbal.
Product features
- High-quality 100% polyester canvas for durability
- Robust pinewood frame for easy installation
- Vibrant, crisp colors enhance your decor
- Assembled in the USA with globally sourced materials
Care instructions - If the canvas does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, damp cloth.
| 8" x 12" (Vertical) | |
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| Width, in | 7.91 |
| Height, in | 11.85 |
| Depth, in | 0.75 |
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Care instructions: If the canvas does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, damp cloth.
