1887 Wood Engraving Art Botanical Bixa Achiote Aploppas Plant Flower Garden IDG1

"Flowering Branch of Bixa Orellana"

This is an original 1887 black and white wood engraving of the Bixa orellana, also known as Achiote or Aploppas, that is native to the tropical regions of North and South America. Achiote paste is also commonly used in Yucatán, Oaxacan, and Belizean cuisine. The plant has also been traditionally used by Native American Indians to make body paint.

Please note the dimensions of this image.

CONDITION

This 126+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Moderate foxing and aging. Light wrinkling. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 6.5 x 4 inches; 17 x 10 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

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