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Collection of what belongs to the bouquet of the blonde, or granza in Spain

Don Juan Pablo Canals y Martí1779

The National Library of Israel

The National Library of Israel
Jerusalem, Israel

Illustration of the Madder plant (Rubia Tinctorum) whose roots were used to produce red dye. This volume describes the production, use and trade of the madder plant and dye in 18th century Spain. The alizarin molecule is the source of the madder's red color.

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  • Title: Collection of what belongs to the bouquet of the blonde, or granza in Spain
  • Creator: Don Juan Pablo Canals y Martí
  • Date Created: 1779
  • Type: Plant
  • External Link: Sidney Edelstein Collection
  • Medium: Rubia Tinctorum
The National Library of Israel

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