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

A spectacular aesthetic marriage between early 17th-century naturalism and 19th-century English design, this framed print is a sophisticated, high-impact decorative accent.

The artwork features a meticulously hand-aged botanical plate—a fine reproduction from the historic Hortus Eystettensis (1613), the monumental florilegium compiled by the German botanist and apothecary Basilius Besler to document the Prince-Bishop’s garden in Eichstätt. The composition elegantly depicts the structural silhouette of the Acanthus spinosus (Spiny Bear's Breech) at its center, beautifully surrounded by delicate blue and pale forget-me-nots. Treated with a bespoke finishing process, the paper gains a warm, amber-toned historical depth. Framing the artwork is a tailored, handmade passepartout utilizing the iconic "Fruit" wallpaper pattern designed by William Morris in 1862. Encased within a sleek aluminum frame, this piece embodies "Everyday Poetry" in its most material and curated form—perfect for adding a layer of learned history and organic texture to an eclectic interior.

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 has been artistically distressed and patinated by hand to reflect the authentic charm and tone of a rare 17th-century archival engraving. As a completely handmade, artisanal creation, minor irregularities in the pattern placement or craftsmanship may be present, certifying its unique, non-industrial prestige. Modern aluminum frame is pristine and structurally flawless.