Salix caprea latifolia, Colorized Broad-Leaved Willow Engraving
This reproduction of Salix caprea latifolia (broad-leaved goat willow) presents the plant in its full natural character. The wide green leaves are depicted with their typical serrated texture, while the yellow-green catkins signal the willow’s flowering stage. Crawling caterpillars and a pale moth hover nearby, demonstrating the willow’s essential role in sustaining insect life. The interplay between plant and insect is shown in authentic shades, all set against the softly aged parchment of the original engraving.
The plate originates from the work of Johannes Goedaert (1617 to 1668), a Dutch naturalist, painter, and engraver whose botanical and entomological studies were among the first to depict metamorphosis alongside host plants. His work helped bridge the worlds of science and art, recording the complexity of nature in images that are both accurate and beautiful. Goedaert’s engravings influenced natural history illustration in Europe and remain valued for their clarity and artistry.
This reproduction has been carefully colorized to highlight the living tones of the willow and its attending insects, while preserving the historic depth of the plate. Offered exclusively through GoGardenNow, it is part of a curated collection celebrating early natural history and botanical art.
Product features
- Vibrant colors from the latest printing techniques for striking designs
- Available in two paper options: satin and archival matte
- Proudly assembled in the USA, ensuring quality craftsmanship
- Crafted from durable 210 gsm satin and 230 gsm archival matte paper
Care instructions
- If the poster does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.
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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 poster does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.
