Botanical Illustration of Persian Iris: Iris persica from Iran, c.1855
€ 140
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Date
1855
Sheet size
24 × 16 cm (9.4 × 6.3 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-13748-51
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
The condition of this print is good, with vibrant colors and clear details that have been well-preserved over time. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Study scans carefully.
About this sheet
Botanical Illustration of Persian Iris: Iris persica from Iran
This lithograph depicts the Iris persica, commonly known as the Persian Iris. Native to Iran (Persia), this species of iris is well-known for its delicate and elegant flowers, which feature a combination of pale blue, white, and yellow hues with purple spots.
The illustration showcases the plant's slender, sword-like leaves, the characteristic flower structure, and a detailed view of the bulb, highlighting the plant's underground growth form.
The artwork is part of the celebrated 19th-century botanical series "Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l'Europe," authored by Louis van Houtte, a distinguished Belgian horticulturist. Van Houtte's series is renowned for its precise and aesthetically pleasing botanical illustrations, which were used for both scientific study and decorative purposes.
This lithograph is hand-colored, a traditional technique used to bring out the natural colors and fine details of plants.
The condition of the print is well-preserved, with clear and vivid depiction of the flower and foliage, although slight signs of age, such as light foxing or yellowing, are visible, typical for botanical prints of this era.
This piece exemplifies the 19th-century passion for botanical exploration and the desire to document the beauty and diversity of plant life from different parts of the world.
