Wilde vijgenboom van het eiland Maio (Kaapverdische eilanden) en aloë's, 1596-1597 1597 - 1646

This anonymous engraving, *Wilde vijgenboom van het eiland Maio (Kaapverdische eilanden) en aloë's*, depicts two species of plants native to the Cape Verde Islands. The fig tree on the left is labeled *Sycomorus* while the two aloe plants on the right are labeled *Sempervivum*. This print was created between 1597 and 1646 and is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The engraving is a fine example of 17th-century botanical illustration, showcasing a detailed and accurate depiction of these plants. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and use of hatching techniques bring the plants to life, allowing viewers to appreciate their unique characteristics.