Tabaksplant 1617

"Tabaksplant" (1617) is an etching by Crispijn van de Passe (II), a renowned Dutch artist. This detailed botanical illustration depicts a tobacco plant with its distinctive trumpet-shaped flowers and large leaves. A small butterfly adds a touch of life to the composition. The precise lines and delicate shading of the engraving are characteristic of Passe's work, highlighting the intricate beauty of nature. This print, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, is a testament to the flourishing of scientific illustration during the Renaissance.