Rhamnus Colubrina – Antique Caribbean Botanical Illustration

This striking antique botanical illustration depicts Rhamnus colubrina, presenting a graceful branching specimen with broad olive-green leaves, finely articulated pale veins and warm reddish-brown stems. A separate fruiting branch bearing clusters of dark rounded fruits adds depth to the composition, complemented by delicate botanical details below.

The combination of scientific observation and decorative balance gives this historic plant study enduring appeal. Rich greens and earthy ochres stand beautifully against the softly aged cream ground, while the carefully isolated flower, fruit and seed structures preserve the educational character of traditional natural-history illustration.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin
• Title: Rhamnus Colubrina
• Original title: Rhamnus colubrina
• Series: Selectarum Stirpium Americanarum Historia
• Date: 18th century
• Period: 18th-century botanical illustration
• Place of Origin: Caribbean botanical study
• Medium: Historical hand-coloured botanical illustration on paper

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.

Exact frame dimensions, component availability, and production specifications may vary slightly depending on the selected size and destination.