Common Wall Spleenwort Ferns, Victorian Botanical Prints, 1873 Pair

€ 290

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

Date: 1873
Mapmaker / artist: Anne Pratt, England, 1873
Technique: Hand-colored engraving
Sheet size: 24.4 × 14 cm (9.6 × 5.5 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14198-3 & BG-14198-4

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

Minor edge toning and faint foxing; images remain crisp.

About this sheet

Common Wall Spleenwort Ferns – Pair of Victorian Botanical Prints, 1873

This harmonious pair presents two variations of the common wall spleenwort, shown with delicately segmented fronds and precise botanical structure. The prints complement each other through scale and form, offering visual cohesion while maintaining individual interest.
Produced in 1873, these engravings exemplify the refined educational illustrations that made Anne Pratt’s work so popular among Victorian readers and collectors. The subtle coloration and elegant negative space give the set a calm, refined presence, well suited to interiors focused on texture and natural detail rather than bold color.
As a matched pair, these prints are particularly attractive for collectors seeking authenticity combined with strong decorative value, making them ideal for hallways, studies, or curated gallery walls.

Minor edge toning and faint foxing; images remain crisp.

Framing tips:
Warm off-white mats with slim gilt or dark-stained wood frames.