Croton balsamiferum — Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin

This historical botanical study depicts Croton balsamiferum as a graceful branching specimen filled with pointed foliage and slender flowering spikes. Leaves shift between deep olive green, ochre, muted gold, and warm copper, creating subtle tonal variation throughout the densely arranged canopy.

Fine veins and delicate surface markings define each leaf, while narrow flower spikes rise above the branches with clusters of tiny pale blossoms and buds. A long warm-brown stem anchors the composition against an expansive cream ground, balancing botanical detail with generous open space.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin
• Title: Croton balsamiferum
• Original title: Croton balsamiferum
• Series: Selectarum stirpium Americanarum historia
• Date: 1780–1781
• Period: Late 18th century
• Place of Origin: Vienna; botanical work documenting American and Caribbean plants
• Medium: Botanical illustration / printed botanical plate

Framed Print Details

• Fine art printing: Professional 12-color fine art printing technology produces vivid, accurate colors with strong tonal depth and significantly greater nuance than standard 4-color inkjet printing.
• Paper: Smooth premium matte paper with a clean, glare-free finish.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm (80 lb).
• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
• Frame material: Durable pine wood.
• Frame dimensions: Approximately 20 mm (0.79 in) deep and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.6 in) wide.
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the print while keeping the framed artwork lightweight.
• Ready to hang: A hanging kit is included, allowing the framed print to be mounted directly on the wall.
• Available sizes: Offered in a range of sizes to suit different spaces.
• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
• Production: Each framed print is produced to order through a trusted international network of professional print studios.
• Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available.
• Made to order: There is no minimum order quantity. Each piece is printed and assembled on demand, reducing unnecessary stock and waste.

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