Botanical Illustration of Sesame Plant (Sesamum indicum) - Munting’s 1696 Herbal

€ 440

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date: 1696
Sheet size: 41.7 × 26 cm (16.4 × 10.2 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: PCT-61814

What the condition grades mean

Excellent: Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good: Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good: Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair: Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.

Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.

Condition

Good, given age. A few small spots. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.

About this sheet

This antique print, titled "Sesamum Persicum Trilobatum Foetidum," depicts the Sesame plant (Sesamum indicum), known for its seeds and oil. Sesame is one of the oldest oilseed crops, cultivated for over 3,000 years. It is valued for its rich oil content and health benefits, often used in cooking, cosmetics, and traditional medicines.

The plant thrives in tropical and subtropical regions, primarily in India, Africa, and parts of Asia, where it is grown for both its seeds and the oil extracted from them.

Abraham Munting (1626–1683) was a Dutch botanist who contributed significantly to plant taxonomy and botanical gardens. His posthumously published work gained popularity for its unique artistic style, blending scientific illustrations with creative depictions.