Antique Meadow and Fodder Plants Prints, Botanical Studies, 1852

€ 290

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

Date: 1852
Mapmaker / artist: Carl Gustav Calwer, Stuttgart, 1852
Technique: Hand-colored lithograph
Sheet size: 26.5 × 21 cm (10.4 × 8.3 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14178-57, -58, -59, -60

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

Condition report: Moderate toning with scattered foxing and occasional darker spots. Margins show light wear. Colors remain fresh.

About this sheet

Antique Meadow and Fodder Plants Prints, Botanical Studies, 1852

This diverse four-plate set illustrates meadow plants, clover species, legumes, and useful field plants from Carl Gustav Calwer’s agricultural work published in Stuttgart in 1852. These plates expand beyond cereals to show the botanical richness of pastureland and fodder crops essential to livestock farming.

The illustrations combine flowering stems, roots, and seed structures, offering a comprehensive view of plant life cycles. The compositions are varied and lively, making the set visually engaging while remaining grounded in scientific observation.

This grouping appeals to collectors of botanical illustration, garden historians, and those interested in sustainable agriculture and land use. Decoratively, the plates bring a softer, more organic character than the cereal studies and work well in both traditional and contemporary settings.

Condition report: Moderate toning with scattered foxing and occasional darker spots. Margins show light wear. Colors remain fresh.

Framing tips: Frame individually and display as a grid or salon-style arrangement. Olive green or warm gray mats enhance the botanical palette.