Vijgenboom en wilde akelei 1617

"Vijgenboom en wilde akelei" (Fig Tree and Wild Columbine) is an etching by Crispijn van de Passe (II), created in 1617. This detailed botanical illustration showcases a fig tree branch laden with ripe figs on the left and a delicate cluster of wild columbine flowers on the right. The engraving, part of a larger series, demonstrates the artist's skilled depiction of natural forms, offering a glimpse into the scientific interest in botany during the 17th century. Today, the print is housed in the Rijksmuseum, where it continues to fascinate viewers with its intricate detail and subtle beauty.