English ivy (Hedera helix L.): fruiting stem with separate floral segments and part of stalk, also a description of the plant and its uses. Coloured line engraving by C.H. Hemerich, c.1759, after T. Sheldrake.
- Sheldrake, Timothy, active 1740-1770.
- Date:
- [1759]
- Reference:
- 18251i
- Pictures
About this work
Description
Common ivy leaves are used for dressing tissues and the fruit as a purgative
Publication/Creation
[London], [1759]
Physical description
1 print : line engraving, with watercolour ; platemark 35 x 20.5 cm
Lettering
Common Ivy ... T.Sheldrake delin. C.H.Hemerich sculp.
The name of the plant is listed in nine languages and a description of it and its uses are given in English
Reference
Wellcome Collection 18251i
Type/Technique
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Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores