Alpine Gentian Botanical Prints Set of 4, Antique Chromolithographs 1897

€ 395

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

Date: 1897
Mapmaker / artist: European School, dated 1897
Technique: Chromolithograph
Sheet size: 18.5 × 12.5 cm (7.3 × 4.9 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14270-42, -43, -44, -45

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 overall condition with age-related toning. Some light spotting and minor edge wear consistent with age. Occasional faint foxing visible. Overall clean impressions with strong color.

About this sheet

Alpine Gentian Botanical Prints Set of 4, Antique Chromolithographs 1897

A refined and visually striking set of four antique botanical prints depicting alpine Gentian species, published in 1897. These beautifully composed chromolithographs capture the delicate structure and vivid coloration of mountain flora, presented in a distinctly European late 19th-century scientific style that seamlessly blends precision with decorative elegance.

Each print features a different Gentiana species, including Gentiana verna (Spring Gentian), Gentiana brachyphylla, Gentiana imbricata, and Gentiana bavarica. The plants are carefully illustrated with roots, leaves, and blossoms, floating against softly toned backgrounds that enhance their sculptural clarity. The subtle palette of deep blues and fresh greens, set against warm, aged paper, gives the works a calm, timeless presence—ideal for both classic and contemporary interiors.

Originally intended for botanical study, these prints today function equally as refined decorative pieces. Their minimalist compositions and natural symmetry make them particularly suitable for curated wall arrangements, whether displayed as a group or individually.

Please note: these are small-format botanical prints (approx. 19 × 15 cm / 7.5 × 5.9 inches each). The interior mockup is for visual inspiration only and does not represent the exact scale.

Framing tips: These prints benefit from generous museum-style matting to emphasize their delicate scale. Warm off-white or ivory mats paired with thin dark walnut or ebonized frames create a refined, gallery-style presentation. Also very effective in a grid arrangement or as a linear series in smaller spaces.