FEMALE – MALE MANDRAKE

Size | 35 x 25 cm with frame

Material | metal, paper, wood, glass

Technique | hand-drawn embossed metal sheet in frame

Delivery time | I make it individually after the order, it will be made within 4 weeks, and then it will be shipped after that

When ordering, please specify in the comments what color background you would like.

I will contact you after the order.

INSPIRATION | A fine example of medieval mandrake depictions can be found in the Latin natural history encyclopedia Hortus Sanitatis / Garden of Health.

It was published by Jacob Meydenbach in Mainz, Germany in 1491.

The work describes species found in nature, their medicinal uses, and methods of preparation. The author does not limit himself to the treatment of real creatures, but also reports on mythical animals.

The mandrake is a plant with an interesting human-shaped root. It was attributed magical powers, and was not only consumed, but also worn as an amulet against demonic possession, a cure for infertility, and a mascot that brought good luck and happiness. It has a very diverse cultural history, dating back to the world of ancient medicine and mysticism. It was used as an aphrodisiac, a sleeping pill, against rheumatism, and to treat many diseases.