Echinocereus Engelmannii Cactus Glass Model Harvard Botanical Museum Postcard
This vintage postcard features a glass model of Echinocereus Engelmannii, an abundant cactus found in the American Southwest and northern Mexico. The model, crafted by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka in 1895, showcases remarkable attention to detail, capturing the intricate stamens of this species. The model is part of the Ware Collection of Glass Models of Plants at the Botanical Museum, Harvard University.
The postcard is in excellent condition and includes a photograph by J. Barnell, courtesy of Readers Digest.
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Type: Vintage Postcard
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Condition: As Pictured
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Location: Botanical Museum, Harvard University
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Photographer: J. Barnell
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Publisher: Readers Digest
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Message: None
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Perfect For: Collectors of vintage postcards, botanical enthusiasts, or Harvard memorabilia collectors.
Condition of postcard is normal with age, and storage might have some yellowing/tanning, creases and edge dents, edge/corner wear and other wear, and could have writing on front and/or back.
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