Ephemeral Blossoms: Treasures from 'Favorite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse'

€ 340

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

Sheet size: 15.4 × 24.2 cm (6.1 × 9.5 in)
Reference: BG-13692-1-28, BG-13692-1-29, BG-13692-1-30

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

Very good, given age. Each print comes with a protective sheet. Please study scan carefully.

About this sheet

"Ephemeral Blossoms: Treasures from 'Favorite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse'"

Immerse yourself in the delicate charm of "Ephemeral Blossoms," an exclusive collection of original antique prints from "Favorite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse" by Edward Step. Published in 1896, these botanical illustrations represent a bygone era of garden elegance and scientific discovery.

This trio of prints features the Gibraltar Candytuft (Iberis gibraltarica), with its clusters of intricate white blooms; the stately Rocket (Hesperis matronalis), standing tall with its cascades of mauve flowers; and the Virginian Stock (Malcolmia maritima), a celebration of subtle hues and refined beauty.

Edward Step's work was a Victorian masterpiece, capturing the vivid textures and hues of each plant with exceptional chromolithography—a painstaking process that layers colors using individual lithographic stones, resulting in illustrations rich in detail and depth. Each print was then hand-finished, ensuring that the true beauty of the flowers was preserved.

These prints are a testament to the intersection of art and nature, appealing not only to gardeners and botanists but also to those who cherish the artistry of the past. Owning "Ephemeral Blossoms" is a chance to adorn your space with the quiet grace of Victorian horticultural art.