Antique Botanical Wall Art Set of 3 – Alpine Rose, Primrose & Wildflowers, 1874

€ 220

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

Date: 1874
Mapmaker / artist: London botanical publisher, England, 1874
Technique: Chromolithograph
Sheet size: 25 × 17 cm (9.8 × 6.7 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14055-50, -51, -52

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

Overall very good condition. Light age toning consistent with age. Small scattered spots and minor handling marks typical of antique botanical prints. No restorations.

About this sheet

This elegant decorative set of three original 19th-century botanical prints was published in London in 1874 and features finely colored studies of alpine and garden flowers. These are genuine antique prints, not reproductions or later copies, each printed with Latin captions and hand-finished color.

The plants depicted include:
– Alpine Rose (Rhododendron)
– Primrose (Primula)
– Beardtongue (Penstemon)
– St John’s Wort (Hypericum)

The illustrations are beautifully balanced, with flowers and foliage set against open, uncluttered backgrounds that give the set a refined and timeless look. The soft palette of pinks, blues, yellows, and greens makes these prints particularly attractive for interior decoration, working well in both classic and contemporary spaces.

Originally created for a scientific botanical publication, the prints combine botanical accuracy with a strong decorative sensibility. Displayed together, they form a harmonious group ideal for framing as a vertical trio, horizontal arrangement, or spaced evenly along a wall.

Each print is printed on original 19th-century paper and retains the subtle warmth and texture typical of Victorian botanical works. Their modest scale makes them versatile and easy to place, especially in bedrooms, hallways, studies, or curated gallery walls.

Dimensions:
Each print approximately 10 x 6.7 inches (25.4 x 17 cm). Sizes vary slightly due to original production and trimming.

Condition report:
Overall very good condition. Light age toning consistent with age. Small scattered spots and minor handling marks typical of antique botanical prints. No restorations.

Framing tips:
Beautiful framed individually or as a matching set in light wood, walnut, or painted frames with ivory or soft cream mats. Museum glass recommended.