A Heritage of Flora: Original Antique Engraving of Diverse Plant Species, 1845

€ 190

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date: 1845
Sheet size: 26.5 × 17 cm (10.4 × 6.7 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-13261-36

What the condition grades mean

Excellent: Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good: Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good: Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair: Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.

Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.

Condition

Minor age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.

About this sheet

The image is an original hand-colored engraving from The Classical Natural Sciences Dictionary by Drapiez (1845), showcasing various plant species with scientific precision and aesthetic detail. The illustration includes:

At the bottom right, the word "Drevet" is visible, potentially the engraver's signature. The plants are numbered, and these numbers correspond to the labels at the bottom, providing a reference for readers to identify and learn about each species. The delicate hand-coloring brings the plants to life, highlighting the natural beauty and diversity of the species depicted. The style and detail suggest that this engraving was both a scientific document and a work of art, typical of the period's approach to natural history documentation.