Botanical Illustration of Spanish Kidney Vetch, from Munting’s 1696 Herbal

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Framed and on the wall

Botanical Illustration of Spanish Kidney Vetch, from Munting’s 1696 Herbal, shown framed

Botanical Illustration of Spanish Kidney Vetch, from Munting’s 1696 Herbal, shown framed on a wall

Frame and rooms are illustrations of how the print could look; the description says what is included.

Botanical Illustration of Spanish Kidney Vetch, from Munting’s 1696 Herbal

Name: Botanical Illustration of Spanish Kidney Vetch, from Munting’s 1696 Herbal
SKU: f_41503702
Price: 390 USD
Availability: InStock

£295 ($390, €350)

Period original, not a reproduction.

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Shipped from the Netherlands, flat, insured and tracked, worldwide. Returns accepted within 14 days.

Date: 1696
Size: 16.1 × 10 in (41 × 25.5 cm)
Condition: Good. Good, given age. A few crinkles. Light staining in the margins. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
Period: Before 1700
Section: Botanical
Reference: f_41503702

What the condition grades mean

Excellent: Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good: Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good: Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair: Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.

Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.

This antique print titled "Anthyllis Vesicaria Hispanica" features the Anthyllis plant, a member of the legume family often found in Mediterranean regions. It comes from Abraham Munting’s 1696 botanical collection, where plants were illustrated against imaginative landscape backgrounds.

The Anthyllis Vesicaria Hispanica is notable for its medicinal properties and nitrogen-fixing ability, which enhances soil fertility. Historically, the plant has been used in traditional remedies for skin conditions and wound healing. It thrives in Mediterranean regions, particularly in Spain and surrounding areas, where it grows in dry, rocky environments and limestone soils. Its adaptability to harsh conditions and its vibrant yellow flowers make it a valuable species both for ecological purposes and as an ornamental plant in xeriscaping.

Abraham Munting (1626–1683) was a Dutch botanist who contributed significantly to plant taxonomy and botanical gardens. His posthumously published work gained popularity for its unique artistic style, blending scientific illustrations with creative depictions. Collectors may search for terms like Anthyllis botanical print, Munting engraving, or 1696 herbal illustrations.