Recueil des plantes dessinées et gravées par ordre du roi Louis XIV, Paris, Impr. royale, 1786, pictorial works, plants, A botanical illustration showcases a tall herbaceous plant with intricately detailed leaves and flowering spikes. The plant, identified as 'Abrotanum Baleni,' features a prominent vertical stem adorned with delicate, feathery foliage. The structure highlights the arrangement of leaves as well as the clustered flowers at the top, illustrating the natural beauty and complexity of the species. The artist's meticulous attention to detail emphasizes the textures and patterns within the plant, providing a clear depiction of its botanical characteristics.