Basilius Besler ( 1561 - 1629 ) was a German painter. Basilius Besler s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 863 USD for Myrtus lotfolins in 2002 to 45600 USD for Hortus Eystettensis: Eight Plates in 2006 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.