Bosaardbei before 1894

"Bosaardbei" is a botanical illustration created by an anonymous artist before 1894. The artwork features three different plants: Valeriana officinalis L. (Valerian), Polytichum Filix mas Roth (Male Fern), and Fragaria vesca L. (Wild Strawberry). The detailed and accurate depictions of these plants suggest that the work was created for a scientific or educational purpose. The artwork exemplifies the botanical illustration style of the 19th century, characterized by precise and realistic renderings of plant specimens. This small-scale work, measuring 136 mm in height and 95 mm in width, showcases the delicate beauty of the natural world.