12486 Jacques-Christophe de Sève (1735–1795) – Botanical Study of Symplocos – Engraving (1791)
"Symplocos." This eighteenth-century engraving provides a scientific illustration of the Symplocos genus, often known as sweetleaf. The composition features two primary botanical specimens showing different leaf arrangements and flowering habits. Surrounding the main branches are numerous analytical figures, including dissected floral components, seeds, and fruit structures, which facilitate the identification of the plant according to the Linnaean system of Polyandrie Monogynie. This work was published in Paris as part of the botanical section of the Encyclopédie Méthodique, a massive expansion of the original Diderot and d’Alembert encyclopedia published by Charles-Joseph Panckoucke.
Jacques-Christophe de Sève was a prominent French illustrator who achieved great acclaim for his contributions to natural history publications. He is most famous for his extensive work on Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon’s monumental Histoire Naturelle, for which he designed hundreds of plates depicting animals and plants. De Sève’s style is noted for its precision and clarity, essential qualities for the scientific documentation of the Enlightenment. His ability to render complex organic forms into clear, informative engravings made him one of the most sought-after draughtsmen for encyclopedic and scientific projects of the late eighteenth century.
Artist or Maker: Jacques-Christophe de Sève.
Dimensions: Approximately 29 cm x 21 cm.
Medium: Engraving.
Date: 1791.
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
| Värdering | 200 - 300 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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