Caryophyllus maximus ruber [Dianthus caryophyllus]
Information
Title
Caryophyllus maximus ruber [Dianthus caryophyllus]
Author or creator
Aubriet, Claude (1665-1742)
Role
Artist
Record type
Drawings
Original Reference
A/CAu/P/104
Date
c.1700
Scope & content
Pen and ink drawing on paper of Caryophyllus maximus ruber (now Dianthus caryophyllus) by Claude Aubriet c.1700. Recto: LC: Handwritten in graphite pencil: 'Caryophyllus maximus ruber CB. Pin 204. Current botanical name: Dianthus caryophyllus. English vernacular name: Wild carnation, Clove pink
Extent
1 item
Physical description
Pen and ink on paper with grey wash. 22.3 cm x 16.5 cm. pen and ink. vellum. grey wash