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[The plants in the Issenheim's altarpiece]
Louis-Paul Fischer1, Francis Trépardoux, Régine Vérilhac
1Laboratoire d'anatomie, Domaine Rockefeller, 8, avenue Rockefeller, 69008 Lyon.
Histoire Des Sciences Medicales
|May 24, 2011
Summary
Botanical art history reveals accurately depicted plants on the Isenheim Altarpiece. This study identifies several painted flora, contributing to art and botanical research.
Area of Science:
- Art History
- Botanical Illustration
- Cultural Heritage
Context:
- The Isenheim Altarpiece, a renowned 16th-century artwork in Colmar, features intricate details.
- Accurate botanical depictions in historical art offer insights into past environments and knowledge.
Purpose:
- To identify and analyze the specific plant species depicted on the Isenheim Altarpiece.
- To assess the botanical accuracy and potential symbolism of the painted flora.
Summary:
- Several plant species painted on the Isenheim Altarpiece have been identified.
- The study confirms the detailed and recognizable nature of the botanical elements within the artwork.
Impact:
- Enhances understanding of 16th-century botanical knowledge and artistic practices.
- Provides valuable data for art historians and botanists studying historical representations of flora.
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