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What kind of questions can I ask?
You can ask questions about specific objects or topics you are interested in. For example, you can ask about the history of a particular artifact, its cultural significance, or any interesting facts related to it. You can also ask for recommendations based on your interests or preferences. Feel free to ask anything you would like to know!
Show me a botanical print
Sure! Here are some botanical print options for you:
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Untersuchungen über die Blattanatomie von Alpen- und Ebenenpflanzen: This print from 1919 is a thesis on the leaf anatomy of alpine and plain plants. It's available in the Allard Pierson Museum collection.
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Uitgezochte planten: This print from 1771 features portraits of Haid, Ehret, and Trew in mezzotint, along with 100 engravings, all hand-colored. You can find it in the Allard Pierson Museum collection.
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Moninckx Atlas: This atlas from 1749 catalogs the plants in the Hortus Medicus of the City of Amsterdam. It contains watercolors painted by Dorothea Storm-Kreps and J.M. Cok. You can explore it in the Allard Pierson Museum collection.
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Flora: This print from 1874 showcases images and descriptions of trees, shrubs, and annual plants found in Dutch gardens. It's available in the Allard Pierson Museum collection.
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Bloemen: This publication from 1916, titled "Als onze wilde planten vertellen konden van volksgewoonten en volksgeloof," is about plant-lore and includes information about wild plants. You can find it in the Allard Pierson Museum collection.
Feel free to explore these prints and let me know if any catch your interest!
Which botanical print is the oldest?
The oldest botanical print among the options I provided is the "Moninckx Atlas" from 1749. It catalogs the plants in the Hortus Medicus of the City of Amsterdam and features watercolors painted by Dorothea Storm-Kreps and J.M. Cok. You can find more information about it and explore it in the Allard Pierson Museum collection. Enjoy exploring the rich botanical illustrations of the Moninckx Atlas!