Phytographia Curiosa: Britannica Antiquorum Vera
1667
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1667
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This image shows a single plant with long, spiky leaves and clusters of bright red berries. The leaves are dark green with a waxy look, and the berries stand out against them. Below the plant, there’s a small landscape with buildings, a bridge, and a banner that reads *BRITANNICA ANTIQUORUM VERA*. The banner hints this might be part of a series about old British plants. The artist focused on detail, making the leaves and berries look almost real. Look up Baroque next to see how this style’s drama fits here.
![The Botanical Magazine or Flower Garden Displayed: Plate 931, Phytolacca Decandra. Virginian Poke. [Phytolaca Americana]](https://pub-3a17a9933ad74fb28aa30fa758592f23.r2.dev/artworks/48fc90ee9c4aee5c/thumb.webp)
