1793 Copper Engraving James Sowerby Bupleurum Hare's Ear Thorow Wax EB2 YHF1 being coined in 1972 by

being coined in 1972 by art critic Roger Cardinal as "outsider art" and acting as an English synonym for "art brut

20 x 26 cm

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1793 Copper Engraving James Sowerby Bupleurum Hare's Ear Thorow Wax EB2 YHF1 being coined in 1972 by"Bupleurum rotundifolium" This is an original 1793 hand colored copper engraving of the Bupleurum rotundifolium, commonly known as hare's ear, roundleaf thorow wax, thoroughwax, or "green gold", that is found in England and China. The plant is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat coughs, fevers, and influenza. A page of descriptive text accompanies this plate. Please see both images. CONDITION This 220+ year old Item is rated Very Fine