

Vibrant caper plant illustration with both flowers and fruiting structures.
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This fine botanical engraving shows Capparis aegyptia, or Egyptian caper. Drawn by Turpin and published in Florence c.1835, the print features flowers, leaves, and fruit cutaway diagrams in exceptional clarity.
Details:
Plate title: Cappero dEgitto
Scientific name: Capparis aegyptia
Sheet size: approx. 22 × 14 cm
Technique: Hand-colored engraving
Excellent condition
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