Culpeper’s Complete Herbal c.1750, Plate 15 Botanical Engraving Reproduction on Canvas
This reproduction on canvas of a hand-colored engraving from Nicholas Culpeper’s Complete Herbal (c.1750) is Plate 15, showcasing nine plants significant in traditional European medicine and folklore. Each illustration is drawn with precision for recognition and reflects Culpeper’s enduring mission to make herbal wisdom accessible to households across England.
The plants illustrated on Plate 15 are:
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Pellitory of the Wall (Parietaria officinalis)
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Periwinkle (Vinca minor)
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Pepper-wort (Lepidium latifolium)
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Pimpernel (Anagallis arvensis)
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Plantain (Plantago major)
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Polypody (Polypodium vulgare)
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White Poppy (Papaver somniferum album)
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Corn Rose Poppy (Papaver rhoeas)
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Primrose (Primula vulgaris)
Plate 15 captures plants with varied uses—ranging from soothing remedies and wound treatments to symbolic associations of love, purity, and remembrance. From the gentle primrose to the powerful poppy, this engraving highlights the blend of practical medicine and cultural meaning central to Culpeper’s 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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Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Care instructions: If the canvas does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, damp cloth.
