{"title":"Medicinal Botanical Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eMiniature botanicals with medicinal properties but no anatomy. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-medicinal-heart","title":"The Medicinal Heart Limited Edition Print A2","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite piece of botanical art has a deeper story with the roots amassing into a network of anatomically accurate coronary arteries. The plants erupting from this meshwork all have origins for modern prescription cardiac medications (explained from left to right):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePapaver somniferum - Poppies are the source of morphine, codeine and papaverine. A synthetic analogue of papaverine is verapamil, an important treatment for angina, high blood pressure and cardiac arrhythmias.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisnaga daucoides - The toothpick plant has been used medicinally for centuries for a variety of disorders. It is the source of amiodarone, an important anti-arrhythmic drug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRauvolfia Serpentina - An extract from the roots is the source of a blood pressure medication called reserpine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDigitalis purpurea - Foxgloves are known for being the source of digoxin, which was widely used to treat atrial fibrillation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalix alba - The bark of willow contains salicylic acid, which is acetylated to form aspirin, used to prevent recurrent heart disease. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAtropa belladonna - This plant produces a drug called atropine, used to speed up a slow pulse. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand signed, giclée print on 310 gsm Museum Heritage acid-free paper, meeting the highest museum quality archival standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize is A2 (420 x 594mm or 16.5 x 23.4 inches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a limited edition with only 200 available. If you would like this framed please e-mail me to organise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping is usually within 1 week and sent next day special delivery, tracked and signed for. The art is carefully packed in a solid cardboard tube and wrapped in glassine acid-free paper.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would like this item framed in an oak veneer, glass-fronted frame with a custom made mount (see photo and video of me holding an example), then please select this option at checkout for an additional £85. Please allow additional time for dispatch as the  frames are ordered as required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOLLECTION - if you are local to Hitchin and would prefer to collect, please send me a direct message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Advice\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease keep the print out of direct sunlight and frame under acrylic or glass protection to avoid deterioration in pigments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease make sure your hands are clean and remove the print carefully from the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Becky Ullah Art","offers":[{"title":"Framed","offer_id":45337160810807,"sku":"180","price":235.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unframed","offer_id":45337208783159,"sku":"180","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/8336\/3639\/files\/IMG_0357.heic?v=1699655889"},{"product_id":"the-medicinal-lungs-limited-edition-print-a2","title":"The Medicinal Lungs Limited Edition Print A2","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the second piece in a series of botanical illustrations, which aim to highlight where modern prescription medications were first derived. These medicinal plants grow out of a root system, which represents the organ these plants go on to treat. In this instance, the bronchial “tree”, which forms the lungs. In fact, this can be the “root” of delivery of several of these drugs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNicotiana tobacum - The tobacco plant is responsible for many serious lung diseases, but nicotine replacement therapy also helps many smokers to stop smoking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamellia sinensis - The tea plant contains theophylline, which can be used to treat asthma and COPD alongside other medicines. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDatura stramonium - The thorn apple has antimuscarinic properties which led to the development of ipratropium and tiotropium bromide used for COPD and asthma. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDioscorea polstachya - The Chinese yam contains diosgenin, which is an important precursor of the steroid medicines used to treat inflammatory lung disease. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand signed, giclée print on 310 gsm Museum Heritage acid-free paper, meeting the highest museum quality archival standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize is A2 (420 x 594mm or 16.5 x 23.4 inches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a limited edition with only 200 available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping is usually within 1 week and sent next day special delivery, tracked and signed for. The art is carefully packed in a solid cardboard tube and wrapped in glassine acid-free paper.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would like this item framed in an oak veneer, glass-fronted frame with a custom made mount, then please select this option at checkout for an additional £85. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePlease allow additional time for dispatch as the  frames are ordered as required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOLLECTION - if you are local to Hitchin and would prefer to collect, please send me a direct message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Advice\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease keep the print out of direct sunlight and frame under acrylic or glass protection to avoid deterioration in pigments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease make sure your hands are clean and remove the print carefully from the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Becky Ullah Art","offers":[{"title":"Framed","offer_id":47631931769143,"sku":"194","price":235.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unframed","offer_id":47631931801911,"sku":"194","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/8336\/3639\/files\/IMG_1159copy2.heic?v=1705967682"},{"product_id":"the-medicinal-brain-limited-edition-print-a2","title":"The Medicinal Brain Limited Edition Print A2","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe third organ in this series is the brain, a fundamental organ in the human body, which makes us who we are. In this instance, the roots represent the arterial supply to the cerebrum and the neurological pathways of the cerebellum:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGalanthus nivalis \u003c\/i\u003e- An acetylcholinesterase inhibitor called galantamine can be extracted from the leaves and bulbs of snowdrops and is used to treat Alzheimer’s disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eClaviceps purpurea\u003c\/i\u003e - This fungus grows on cereal crops and contains ergot alkaloids. Ergotamine activates serotonin receptors and was used to treat migraine. A safer synthetic equivalent, sumatriptan is now used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/i\u003e - Daffodils produce a higher yield of galantamine than snowdrops and are the commercial source of the drug. Synthetic production would be more expensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eValeriana officinalis\u003c\/i\u003e - Valerian is used by herbalists to improve sleep and contains valeric aicd. A derivative of valeric acid in the form of sodium valproate, is the most widely used anti-epileptic drug in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand signed, giclée print on 310 gsm Museum Heritage acid-free paper, meeting the highest museum quality archival standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize is A2 (420 x 594mm or 16.5 x 23.4 inches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a limited edition with only 200 available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping is usually within 1 week and sent next day special delivery, tracked and signed for. The art is carefully packed in a solid cardboard tube and wrapped in glassine acid-free paper.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would like this item framed in an oak veneer, glass-fronted frame with a custom made mount, then please select this option at checkout for an additional £85. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePlease allow additional time for dispatch as the  frames are ordered as required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOLLECTION - if you are local to Hitchin and would prefer to collect, please send me a direct message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Advice\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease keep the print out of direct sunlight and frame under acrylic or glass protection to avoid deterioration in pigments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease make sure your hands are clean and remove the print carefully from the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Becky Ullah Art","offers":[{"title":"Framed","offer_id":49169009377591,"sku":"10","price":235.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unframed","offer_id":49169009410359,"sku":"194","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/8336\/3639\/files\/IMG_7068.jpg?v=1718016159"},{"product_id":"the-medicinal-pancreas","title":"The Medicinal Pancreas","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis piece complements the medicinal botanicals collection, with focus being one very important medication for diabetes:\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGalega officinalis\u003c\/i\u003e is also known as goat’s rue and is the plant from which the medication metformin was derived. Metformin is the most prescribed anti-diabetic medication in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe plant is found in meadows and open woodland across Europe and into Pakistan. Its medicinal properties have been noted as far back as the 1500s, when it was documented to have helped against the plague, venoms, poisons, and even epilepsy. Its reputation as a cure-all began to be viewed with increasing scepticism, and it appeared less frequently in literature over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn the early 1900s, a chemical called guanidine, which was found in the plant, was shown to improve symptoms of diabetes, but it was too toxic for human use. In 1927, less toxic alkaloids from the plant were discovered, including galegine, but these were unsuccessful in treating diabetes. Later, synthetic diguanides were successful in treating diabetes, but they were still toxic and less effective than insulin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn 1956, Jean Sterne carried out further studies into biguanides, including metformin, which was introduced into the UK in 1958. It works by reducing resistance to insulin within cells around the body and by reducing sugar production by the liver. Metformin is now synthesised artificially.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGalega officinalis\u003c\/i\u003e does not have a licence in the UK for use as a herbal medicine due to its toxicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand signed, giclée print on 310 gsm Museum Heritage acid-free paper, meeting the highest museum quality archival standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize is A3 (420 x297mm or 11.7 x16.5 inches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a limited edition with only 30 available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping is usually within 1 week and sent next day special delivery, tracked and signed for. The art is carefully packed in a solid cardboard tube and wrapped in acid-free paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOLLECTION - if you are local to Hitchin and would prefer to collect, please send me a direct message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Advice\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease keep the print out of direct sunlight and frame under acrylic or glass protection (ideally UV protected) to avoid deterioration in pigments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease make sure your hands are clean and remove the print carefully from the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Becky Ullah Art","offers":[{"title":"Framed","offer_id":56129817444731,"sku":"10","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unframed","offer_id":56129817477499,"sku":"11","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/8336\/3639\/files\/MedicinalPancreasWatermarked.jpg?v=1772792603"},{"product_id":"the-medicinal-seed","title":"The Medicinal Seed","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece complements the medicinal botanicals collection, with focus being on a more recent discovery of a flu treatment from a common kitchen cupboard seed:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe star-shaped seeds from \u003ci\u003eIllicium verum\u003c\/i\u003e (Chinese star Anise), contain shikimic acid, which was used in the synthesis of the anti-influenza medication oseltamivir (Tamiflu). It must not to be mistaken for Japanese star anise, which looks very similar, but it is highly toxic and cases of misidentification have been fatal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIn 1588, the sailor, Sir Thomas Candish, brought \u003ci\u003eIllicium verum\u003c\/i\u003e back to Queen Elizabeth’s apothecary. The seeds were used to make cough sweets and can still be used to flavour sambuca.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIn 1993, Dr Norbert Bischofberger began research into influenza treatments. By 1996, oseltamivir was in clinical trials and was approved by the European Medicines Agency in 2002. Originally synthesised from shikimic acid, it is now manufactured using \u003ci\u003eE.Coli\u003c\/i\u003e. Initial trials suggested that treatment within 36 hours of symptom onset shortened fever and symptoms by 30 hours, and if given to those exposed, fewer subjects got influenza.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIn 2009, the UK spent £424\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emillion stockpiling oseltamivir for avian influenza and H1N1 preparedness. Five years later, a Cochrane review found it reduced symptoms by only 16.8 hours and did not prevent complications. Due to its cost, limited benefit, and side effects, it was later downgraded from the essential medicines list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand signed, giclée print on 310 gsm Museum Heritage acid-free paper, meeting the highest museum quality archival standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize is \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA3 (420 x297mm or 11.7 x16.5 inches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a limited edition with only 30 available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping is usually within 1 week and sent next day special delivery, tracked and signed for. The art is carefully packed in a solid cardboard tube and wrapped in acid-free paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOLLECTION - if you are local to Hitchin and would prefer to collect, please send me a direct message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Advice\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease keep the print out of direct sunlight and frame under acrylic or glass protection (ideally UV protected) to avoid deterioration in pigments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease make sure your hands are clean and remove the print carefully from the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Becky Ullah Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56130679374203,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/8336\/3639\/files\/ThemedicinalseedWatermarked.jpg?v=1772793367"},{"product_id":"the-medicinal-seed-copy","title":"Snowdrops","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese smaller botanical studies complement the medicinal botanicals collection, with focus being on individual plants with medicinal properties. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGalanthus nivalis, commonly known as snowdrops, contain galanthamine, a compound that increases levels of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine in the brain to support cognitive function. It is used in the prescription drug galantamine to help slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease and early dementia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand signed, giclée print on 310 gsm Museum Heritage acid-free paper, meeting the highest museum quality archival standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize is 17x17cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a limited edition with only 30 available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping is usually within 1 week and sent next day special delivery, tracked and signed for. The art is carefully packed in a solid cardboard tube and wrapped in acid-free paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOLLECTION - if you are local to Hitchin and would prefer to collect, please send me a direct message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Advice\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease keep the print out of direct sunlight and frame under acrylic or glass protection (ideally UV protected) to avoid deterioration in pigments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease make sure your hands are clean and remove the print carefully from the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Becky Ullah Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56130740126075,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/8336\/3639\/files\/Snowdropwatermarked.jpg?v=1772794633"},{"product_id":"colchcine","title":"Autumn Crocus","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese smaller botanical studies complement the medicinal botanicals collection, with focus being on individual plants with medicinal properties. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eColchicum autumnale\u003c\/i\u003e, commonly called autumn crocus (though not a true crocus), contains the highly toxic compound colchicine in its bulbs. Despite its narrow therapeutic window, colchicine is an effective treatment for gout, particularly when anti-inflammatory medications are not tolerated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand signed, giclée print on 310 gsm Museum Heritage acid-free paper, meeting the highest museum quality archival standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize is 17x17cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a limited edition with only 30 available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping is usually within 1 week and sent next day special delivery, tracked and signed for. The art is carefully packed in a solid cardboard tube and wrapped in acid-free paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOLLECTION - if you are local to Hitchin and would prefer to collect, please send me a direct message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Advice\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease keep the print out of direct sunlight and frame under acrylic or glass protection (ideally UV protected) to avoid deterioration in pigments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease make sure your hands are clean and remove the print carefully from the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Becky Ullah Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56131138355579,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/8336\/3639\/files\/Colchicinewatermarked.jpg?v=1772795087"},{"product_id":"poppy","title":"Poppy","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese smaller botanical studies complement the medicinal botanicals collection, with focus being on individual plants with medicinal properties. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ePapaver somniferum\u003c\/i\u003e, commonly known as the opium poppy, is the source of important opiates including morphine and codeine, as well as papaverine. A synthetic analogue of papaverine led to the development of verapamil, which is used to treat angina, high blood pressure, and certain cardiac arrhythmias.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand signed, giclée print on 310 gsm Museum Heritage acid-free paper, meeting the highest museum quality archival standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize is 17x17cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a limited edition with only 30 available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping is usually within 1 week and sent next day special delivery, tracked and signed for. The art is carefully packed in a solid cardboard tube and wrapped in acid-free paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOLLECTION - if you are local to Hitchin and would prefer to collect, please send me a direct message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Advice\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease keep the print out of direct sunlight and frame under acrylic or glass protection (ideally UV protected) to avoid deterioration in pigments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease make sure your hands are clean and remove the print carefully from the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Becky Ullah Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56131183772027,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/8336\/3639\/files\/Poppywatermarked.jpg?v=1772795190"},{"product_id":"foxgloves","title":"Foxgloves","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese smaller botanical studies complement the medicinal botanicals collection, with focus being on individual plants with medicinal properties. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eDigitalis purpurea\u003c\/i\u003e, commonly known as foxglove, is the source of digoxin, a cardiac glycoside that has been used for centuries to manage various heart conditions. Digoxin increases myocardial contractility and helps regulate heart rate, making it an important treatment for disorders such as atrial fibrillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand signed, giclée print on 310 gsm Museum Heritage acid-free paper, meeting the highest museum quality archival standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize is 17x17cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a limited edition with only 30 available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping is usually within 1 week and sent next day special delivery, tracked and signed for. The art is carefully packed in a solid cardboard tube and wrapped in acid-free paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOLLECTION - if you are local to Hitchin and would prefer to collect, please send me a direct message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Advice\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease keep the print out of direct sunlight and frame under acrylic or glass protection (ideally UV protected) to avoid deterioration in pigments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease make sure your hands are clean and remove the print carefully from the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Becky Ullah Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56131223126395,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/8336\/3639\/files\/FoxgloveWatermarked.jpg?v=1772795278"},{"product_id":"mater-medica-limited-edition-prints","title":"Mater Medica Limited Edition Prints","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMateria medica is Latin for medical material and is used to describe reference books that catalogue medicinal plants, particularly in relation to pharmacology and botany. Mater is Latin for Mother, so this title plays on these two phrases, as herein lies a reference to multiple plants used to help women manage hormonal symptoms or reproductive health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor the first time, I have included herbal remedies as well as using the plants themselves to represent the female reproductive organs. I have primarily included herbal remedies, as there are so many still used by women across the world, despite varying evidence on their effectiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBoth soybean and Chinese yams are the source of the active ingredient in hormonal contraceptives and HRT. The active naturally occurring ingredient is diosgenin, which is industrially extracted from these sources and then highly processed to produce synthetic hormones that can survive digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand signed, giclée print on 310 gsm Museum Heritage acid-free paper, meeting the highest museum quality archival standards. Images are of the original artwork. Print images to follow. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted on either A3 Plus (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e32.9 x 48.3 cm) or A2 (42 x 59.4cm)paper with.an additional white border to allow for signature and edition number. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a limited edition with 100 available in each size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping is usually within 1 week and sent next day special delivery, tracked and signed for. 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