Galega Littoralis Botanical Study — Nicolaus Joseph von Jacquin, 1780–1781

This refined eighteenth-century botanical illustration presents Galega littoralis as a graceful branching specimen with rows of olive-green leaflets, delicate pale pink flowers and a separately illustrated seed pod. Fine botanical linework and restrained natural coloring give the plant a precise yet remarkably elegant appearance.

Created for Nicolaus Joseph von Jacquin’s celebrated study of American and Caribbean plants, the composition reflects the union of scientific observation and decorative botanical art characteristic of the period. Generous cream-colored negative space allows the intricate foliage and subtle flowers to remain the clear focus of the plate.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Nicolaus Joseph von Jacquin
• Title: Galega Littoralis
• Original title: Galega littoralis
• Series: Selectarum stirpium Americanarum historia
• Date: 1780–1781 edition
• Period: 18th century
• Place of Origin: Vindobonae (Vienna), Austria
• Medium: Historical hand-colored botanical illustration

Framed Print Details

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• 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.
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