Agaricus Mushrooms – Antique Botanical Lithograph, German Mycology 1885

€ 210

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

Date: 1885
Mapmaker / artist: Dr. Wilhelm Fünfstück, Germany, 1885
Technique: Lithograph
Sheet size: 32 × 42 cm (12.6 × 16.5 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-12369-1-6

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

Good antique condition. Light toning; central fold as issued; minor edge wear.

About this sheet

Agaricus Mushrooms – Antique Botanical Lithograph, German Mycology 1885

This botanical lithograph from 1885 focuses on Agaricus and related mushroom species, depicted with scientific clarity and understated elegance. The plate highlights characteristic cap shapes and stem forms, offering insight into late 19th-century mycological study.

Dr. Wilhelm Fünfstück’s illustrations are valued for their accuracy and didactic clarity, and this plate is a strong example of his methodical approach. The restrained palette of soft grays, creams, and muted browns enhances the clarity of form while giving the image a calm, timeless quality.

The composition suits collectors interested in natural history as well as interiors seeking neutral, intellectually engaging artwork.

Central vertical fold present, as issued.

Condition report:
Good antique condition. Light toning; central fold as issued; minor edge wear.

Framing tips:
A neutral mat with a dark wood or antique bronze frame complements the understated tones of the print.