Hand-Colored Botanical Lithograph of Woad and White Goosefoot, Calwer, 1854
€ 230
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Date
1854
Sheet size
26 × 20.5 cm (10.2 × 8.1 in)
Reference
BG-14010-10
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 print is in excellent condition with minimal foxing and slight edge wear. The colors remain vivid, and the fine details are crisp, ensuring its quality as a historical and artistic artifact.
About this sheet
Hand-Colored Botanical Lithograph of Woad and White Goosefoot, Calwer, 1854
This rare and meticulously crafted botanical lithograph is from Carl Georg Calwer’s Deutschlands Technische Pflanzen (1854), a celebrated collection of Germany’s industrial and agricultural plants. The illustration features Isatis tinctoria (woad) and Chenopodium album (white goosefoot), both essential plants in historical industries. Woad, with its delicate yellow flowers and sturdy roots, was a primary source of blue dye for textiles before the advent of indigo. White goosefoot, characterized by its dense flowering spikes and narrow leaves, was historically cultivated for its edible seeds and leaves, which were used as a vegetable.
This hand-colored lithograph beautifully captures the fine details of both species, showcasing the roots, stems, flowers, and leaves with artistic and scientific accuracy. The annotations provide insight into the significance of these plants in 19th-century society, reflecting their agricultural and industrial value.
Measuring approximately 24 x 30 cm, this lithograph is an excellent addition to any collection of antique botanical prints or natural history artifacts. Perfect for framing and display, it brings a blend of educational depth and timeless beauty to libraries, galleries, or personal collections.
