Hand-Aged Cataputia Print with Bespoke William Morris "Fruit" Passepartout

A captivating exploration of early modern botanical scholarship layered with 19th-century organic design, this framed print delivers an extraordinary visual presence to contemporary spaces.

The artwork showcases a beautifully hand-aged reproduction from Basilius Besler’s legendary Hortus Eystettensis (1613). The composition centers on the distinctive architectural form of the Cataputia vulgaris (famously known today as Euphorbia lathyris or Caper Spurge), flanked by intricate companion plantings. Through a meticulous hand-patinating process, the paper surface takes on a rich, amber-toned antique character, emulating centuries of archival display. It is framed by a custom, handmade passepartout covered in William Morris’s celebrated 1862 "Fruit" wallpaper pattern, then encased in a sharp, minimalist aluminum frame. This piece is "Everyday Poetry" in its finest hybrid form—a bridge between Baroque scientific illustration and Arts & Crafts textile luxury, perfect for bringing deep narrative and rich texture to an eclectic gallery wall.

Technical Details & Condition:

• Estimated Period: Modern reproduction expertly hand-aged and assembled by Atelier Bellinzona (2026). Original plate by Basilius Besler (c. 1613).

• Origin: Italy (Artisanal framing and processing).

• Material: Aged paper print, original William Morris patterned paper passepartout, aluminum frame, protective glass.

• Dimensions: 30.5 x 42.5 cm.

• Condition: Excellent contemporary condition. The print features intentional, artistically executed hand-distressing to mimic the authentic patina and tonality of a 17th-century engraving. As an entirely handmade creation, minor irregularities in pattern alignment or artisanal processing are inherent characteristics that certify its unique, non-industrial prestige. Aluminum frame is immaculate.