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Late 19th Century Botanical Watercolor
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century botanical watercolor depicting a spring blossom.
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Antique 1890s English Paintings

Late 19th Century Botanical Watercolor
$823
H 19 in W 15 in D 1 in
Late 19th Century Botanical Watercolor
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century botanical watercolor study. Watercolor on paper set within a reeded
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Antique 1890s English Paintings

Late 19th Century Botanical Watercolor
$823
H 16.5 in W 12 in D 1 in
Late 19th Century Botanical Watercolor
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century botanical watercolor, depicting an exotic cactus blossom. Set upon a paper
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Antique 1890s English Paintings

Late 19th Century Botanical Watercolor
$1,099
H 19.5 in W 15 in D 1 in
19th-Century Botanical Study: Exquisite Flower Painting
Located in Southall, GB
This exquisite 19th-century botanical painting captures the timeless beauty of a single flower
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Antique 19th Century English Paintings and Screens

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Glass

Late 19th Century Botanical Watercolor of a Red Lily
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century botanical study depicting a red lily. Watercolor on paper held within a
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Antique 1890s English Paintings

19th-Century Botanical Artwork: Exquisite Flower Painting
Located in Southall, GB
This exquisite 19th-century botanical painting beautifully captures the delicate details and
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Antique 19th Century English Paintings and Screens

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Glass

Set of Six English 19th Century Botanical Engravings, England, C.1880
Located in London, GB
A set of six English 19th century Botanical Engravings, England C.1880. Mounted, ready to be
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Prints

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Paper

Doris Leslie Blau 19th Century Botanic Persian Meshad Handwoven Rug
Located in New York, NY
19th century botanic Persian Meshad caramel and navy blue handwoven wool rug Size: 6'2" × 7'0" (187
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs

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Wool

19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Barley
By Robert Brendel
Located in Berghuelen, DE
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Barley A rare antique botanical model manufactured
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Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

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Plaster, Wood, Paper

Late 19th Century Botanical Chromolithograph Print in Gilt Frame
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 19th century botanical chromolithograph print in gilt frame, Odontoglossum Crispum. From an
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Prints

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Late 19th Century Botanical Chromolithograph Print in Gilt Frame
Late 19th Century Botanical Chromolithograph Print in Gilt Frame
$236 Sale Price
20% Off
H 17.13 in W 14 in D 1.13 in
19th Century Botanical Engraving “Ipomoea Horsfalliae” by W. J. Hooker. Framed
Located in Jacksonville, FL
A striking 19th-century botanical engraving depicting Ipomoea horsfalliae, also known as Lady
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1830s Victorian More Prints

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Engraving

Prepusa hookeriana – A Rare 19th-Century Botanical Print in Elegant Matting
Located in Langweer, NL
meticulous craftsmanship of the artist. Hoola van Houten was a 19th-century botanical artist celebrated
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Antique 1840s Prints

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Paper

19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Bean Seedling
By Robert Brendel
Located in Berghuelen, DE
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Bean Seedling A rare antique botanical model
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Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

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Plaster, Wood, Paper

19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Grain Grate
By Robert Brendel
Located in Berghuelen, DE
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Grain Grate A great antique botanical model
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Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

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Plaster, Wood, Paper

Late 19th Century Botanical Watercolor
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century watercolor and pencil study of a golden clematis, Clematis Tangutica
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Antique 1890s English Paintings

Late 19th Century Botanical Watercolor
$823
H 19.5 in W 15.5 in D 1 in
Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Species - 19th Century Botanical Art
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Species - 19th Century Botanical Art This rare set of
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Antique 1860s Prints

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Paper

Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Species - 19th Century Botanical Art
Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Species - 19th Century Botanical Art
$227 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 9.85 in W 6.11 in D 0 in
Garden Elegance: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Illustrations, 1896
Located in Langweer, NL
"Garden Elegance: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Illustrations" Delight in the timeless
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Antique 1890s Prints

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Paper

Garden Elegance: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Illustrations, 1896
Garden Elegance: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Illustrations, 1896
$322 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 6.07 in W 9.53 in D 0 in
Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Species - 19th Century Botanical Art
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Species - 19th Century Botanical Art This rare set of
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Antique 1860s Prints

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Paper

Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Species - 19th Century Botanical Art
Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Species - 19th Century Botanical Art
$227 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 9.85 in W 6.11 in D 0 in
19th Century Botanical Engraving of Chirita Walkeria. Hand-Colored Print by Gar
By George Gardner Symons
Located in Jacksonville, FL
A captivating 19th-century botanical engraving depicting Chirita walkeria, a delicate flowering
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Early 19th Century Victorian More Prints

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Engraving

19th Century Botanical Lithograph of Aphelandra Porteana by Louis van Houtte
Located in Langweer, NL
19th Century Botanical Lithograph of Aphelandra Porteana by Louis van Houtte This is a botanical
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Antique 1850s Prints

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Paper

Garden Elegance: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Illustrations, 1896
Located in Langweer, NL
"Garden Elegance: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Illustrations" Delight in the timeless
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Antique 1890s Prints

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Paper

Garden Elegance: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Illustrations, 1896
Garden Elegance: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Illustrations, 1896
$322 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 6.07 in W 9.53 in D 0 in
Japanese Nature Scene Prints: Delicate 19th-Century Botanical & Bird Etchings
Located in Langweer, NL
Japanese Nature Scene Prints: Delicate 19th-Century Botanical & Bird Etchings This exquisite pair
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Antique 1880s Prints

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Paper

19th Century Botanical Nomad Style Samarkand Rug
Located in Los Angeles, US
17th Century and 19th century although archaeological evidence shows local people produced intricately
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Antique 19th Century Other Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

19th Century Botanical Engravings of flowers and insects
Located in Seaford, GB
Pair of 19th-century British plant botanicals Engravings with Insects – John Curtis (1791-1862
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Prints

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Paper

19th Century Botanical Engravings of flowers and insects
19th Century Botanical Engravings of flowers and insects
$2,559 / set
H 23.23 in W 16.93 in D 1.58 in
Variegated Elegance: A Collection of 19th Century Botanical Prints
Located in Langweer, NL
the prints suggest they were created for botanical study or for an audience with a keen interest in
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Antique 1880s Prints

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Paper

Variegated Elegance: A Collection of 19th Century Botanical Prints
Variegated Elegance: A Collection of 19th Century Botanical Prints
$227 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 10.63 in W 7.09 in D 0 in
Zabihi Collection Late 19th Century Botanical Animal Persian Teheran Rug
Located in New York, NY
late 19th Century Persian Teheran Pictorial Animal Botanical Rug Details rug no. 10750 size 4' 8
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Kashan Persian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Arts and Crafts Window Sashes with 19th Century Botanicals
By James Sowerby
Located in Pearland, TX
1920's. They retain the original wavy glass. Mounted within are six 19th century custom matted
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Antique 1860s English Arts and Crafts Decorative Art

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Antique Arts and Crafts Window Sashes with 19th Century Botanicals
By James Sowerby
Located in Pearland, TX
1920's. They retain the original wavy glass. Mounted within are six 19th century custom matted
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Antique 1860s English Arts and Crafts Decorative Art

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Verdant Variations: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Elegance, 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
These images are botanical prints from "Les Plantes à Feuillage Coloré, Tome Second," a book that
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Antique 1880s Prints

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Paper

Verdant Variations: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Elegance, 1880
Verdant Variations: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Elegance, 1880
$227 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 10.63 in W 7.09 in D 0 in
Billbergia liboniana – A Rare 19th-Century Botanical Illustration by van Houten
Located in Langweer, NL
botanical illustration, combining artistry with scientific exploration, particularly during the 19th century
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Antique 1840s Prints

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Paper

Flora Illustrated: A Collection of 19th Century Botanical Art, Published c.1875
Located in Langweer, NL
botanical illustration during the 19th century. Born in 1810, van Houtte is best known for his work as the
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Antique 1870s Prints

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Paper

Flora Illustrated: A Collection of 19th Century Botanical Art, Published c.1875
Flora Illustrated: A Collection of 19th Century Botanical Art, Published c.1875
$322 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 9.85 in W 6.42 in D 0 in
19th Century Hand Tinted Botanicals - 19 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand tinted late 19th century botanicals. Finely detailed. Newly framed and matted. Linen matte
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Antique Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Prints

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Linen, Wood, Giltwood, Paper

Madame F.C. Byrne (1789-1876) - Framed Watercolour, Bigonia Discolor
Located in Corsham, GB
Fine early 19th-century botanical study. Presented in a gilt frame. Signed and inscribed in pencil
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Early 19th Century Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor

Botanical Engravings by John Curtis 19th century
Located in Seaford, GB
19th Century Botanical Engravings: A Timeless Art Form The Legacy of John Curtis and 19th-Century
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Prints

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Paper

Botanical Engravings by John Curtis 19th century
Botanical Engravings by John Curtis 19th century
$2,282 / set
H 25.99 in W 30.32 in D 1.97 in
Botanical Engravings by John Curtis 19th century Set of 8
Located in Seaford, GB
19th Century Botanical Engravings: A Timeless Art Form The Legacy of John Curtis and 19th-Century
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Prints

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Paper

Botanical Engravings by John Curtis 19th century Set of 8
Botanical Engravings by John Curtis 19th century Set of 8
$2,282 / set
H 25.99 in W 30.32 in D 1.97 in
Framed French Victorian Botanical Illustration titled "Martagon Imperiale Molcha
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian (19th Century) botanical illustration titled "Martagon Imperiale Molchatum
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Mid-20th Century French Victorian Paintings

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Giltwood

Sowerby English Botany - Custom Framed Botanical Plates, Set of Two
By James Sowerby
Located in Pearland, TX
Custom framed 19th century botanical engravings from "Sowerby's English Botany, or, Coloured
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Antique 1860s English Decorative Art

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Sowerby's English Botany - Custom Framed Botanical Plates, Set of Two
By James Sowerby
Located in Pearland, TX
Custom framed 19th century botanical engravings from "Sowerby's English Botany, or, Coloured
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Antique 1860s English Late Victorian Decorative Art

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Custom Framed Botanical Engravings "Sowerby's English Botany", 1866 - Set of 4
By James Sowerby
Located in Pearland, TX
Lovely custom framed 19th century botanical engravings from "Sowerby's English Botany, or, Coloured
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Drawings

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Paper

Campanula Allionii – Original Antique Botanical Print, France, 19th Century
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Hand-colored lithograph from the 1800s A finely detailed and richly colored 19th-century botanical
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Antique 19th Century British Prints

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Paper

Custom Framed Antique Fern Botanical Engravings - Set of Four
Located in Pearland, TX
Lovely custom framed 19th century botanical fern engravings from Prof. Dr. Otto Wilhelm Thome's
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Antique 1880s German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Wood, Paper

Bignonia venusta – Antique Botanical Chromolithograph, 1880s
Located in Fukuoka, JP
hues and intricate lithographic detailing are characteristic of high-quality 19th-century botanical
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Antique 19th Century French Prints

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Paper

Nictago Jalapa (Marvel of Peru) – Hand-Colored Botanical Engraving, ca.1825
Located in Langweer, NL
19th-century botanical publishing. This print exemplifies the refinement of French Enlightenment-era
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Antique 1820s Prints

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Paper

Nictago Jalapa (Marvel of Peru) – Hand-Colored Botanical Engraving, ca.1825
Nictago Jalapa (Marvel of Peru) – Hand-Colored Botanical Engraving, ca.1825
$151 Sale Price
20% Off
H 10.52 in W 6.89 in D 0.01 in
Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Acrostichoides, Cristatum, Rigidum
Located in Langweer, NL
Exotic*, a classic 19th-century botanical publication known for its exceptional accuracy and artistic
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Antique 1860s Prints

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Paper

Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Acrostichoides, Cristatum, Rigidum
Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Acrostichoides, Cristatum, Rigidum
$227 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 9.85 in W 6.11 in D 0 in
Alpine Avens and Crocus – Original Hand-Colored Botanical Print, 1880s
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Alpine Avens and Crocus – Original Hand-Colored Botanical Print, 1880s A charming original 19th
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Antique 19th Century British Prints

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Paper

Set of Three Antique Botanical Fern Prints by Anne Pratt, Hand-Colored, 1855
Located in Fukuoka, JP
prominent engraver and chromolithographer in London, these works are outstanding examples of 19th-century
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Antique 19th Century British Prints

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Paper

Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Filix-Mas Series, Botanical Art 1868
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Species - 19th Century Botanical Art This rare set of
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Antique 1860s Prints

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Paper

Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Filix-Mas Series, Botanical Art 1868
Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Filix-Mas Series, Botanical Art 1868
$227 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 9.85 in W 6.11 in D 0 in
1897 Colourful Decorative Botanical Prints – Gentianella and Phlox Subulata
Located in Langweer, NL
celebrate the enduring appeal of gentian and phlox while offering a glimpse into 19th-century botanical
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Antique 1890s Prints

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Paper

1897 Colourful Decorative Botanical Prints – Gentianella and Phlox Subulata
1897 Colourful Decorative Botanical Prints – Gentianella and Phlox Subulata
$274 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 9.45 in W 6.11 in D 0.01 in
Framed Collection of Four Herbier Specimens in Rustic Barn Wood w/ Gilt Rosettes
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully preserved collection features four 19th century botanical herbier specimens
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Art

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Wood

Botanical Lithograph of Hops and Wood Sorrel, Calwer, Deutschlands Pflanzen 1854
Located in Langweer, NL
. A stunning addition to any collection, it offers insight into 19th-century botanical artistry and
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Antique 1850s Prints

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Paper

Antique Set of Botanical Fern Prints– Aspidium Articulatum & Aspidium Coadunatum
Located in Langweer, NL
examples of 19th-century botanical illustration. Ideal for antique art collectors, botanical enthusiasts
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Antique 1860s Prints

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Paper

1897 Antique Botanical Prints – Purple and Blue Bellflowers and Lobelias Trio
Located in Langweer, NL
-life colors highlight the craftsmanship of 19th-century botanical artists. In excellent condition
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Antique 1890s Prints

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Paper

1897 Antique Botanical Prints – Purple and Blue Bellflowers and Lobelias Trio
1897 Antique Botanical Prints – Purple and Blue Bellflowers and Lobelias Trio
$322 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 9.45 in W 6.11 in D 0.01 in
Botanical Illustration of Colletia Ferox: Thorny Beauty from Chile, c.1855
Located in Langweer, NL
image originates from the esteemed 19th-century botanical series "Flore des Serres et des Jardins de
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Antique 1850s Prints

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Paper

Botanical Illustration of Colletia Ferox: Thorny Beauty from Chile, c.1855
Botanical Illustration of Colletia Ferox: Thorny Beauty from Chile, c.1855
$132 Sale Price
20% Off
H 9.45 in W 6.3 in D 0.01 in
1897 Botanical Print – Castor-Oil Plant (Ricinus Communis)
Located in Langweer, NL
communis*, captured through the lens of 19th-century botanical artistry.
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Antique 1890s Prints

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Paper

1897 Antique Botanical Prints – Polyanthus, Auricula and Primroses
Located in Langweer, NL
enthusiasts, or collectors of botanical art. This set reflects the charm and precision of 19th-century
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Antique 1890s Prints

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Paper

Botanical Illustration of Blanket Flower: Gaillardia Grandiflora, c.1855
Located in Langweer, NL
foliage. This image is part of the 19th-century botanical series "Flore des Serres et des Jardins de
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Antique 1850s Prints

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Paper

Botanical Illustration of Blanket Flower: Gaillardia Grandiflora, c.1855
Botanical Illustration of Blanket Flower: Gaillardia Grandiflora, c.1855
$132 Sale Price
20% Off
H 9.45 in W 6.3 in D 0.01 in
A Rare Botanical Study of Exotic Flora by Hoola van Houten, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
. Hoola van Houten, active in the 19th century, was known for his contributions to botanical art
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Antique 1840s Prints

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Paper

Trio of Elegance: Vintage Botanical Prints, Published in 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
. Rothschild in Paris, are exquisite examples of 19th-century botanical illustration. Each print showcases a
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Antique 1880s Prints

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Paper

Trio of Elegance: Vintage Botanical Prints, Published in 1880
Trio of Elegance: Vintage Botanical Prints, Published in 1880
$227 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 7.09 in W 10.63 in D 0 in
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19th Century Botanicals For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 19th century botanicals is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique 19th century botanicals was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, ceramic and porcelain. 19th century botanicals have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. 19th century botanicals bearing Victorian or Regency hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. 19th century botanicals have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Coalport Porcelain, Pierre-Joseph Redouté and Chamberlains Worcester are consistently popular.

How Much are 19th Century Botanicals?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $900, while they’re typically $45 on the low end and $90,000 highest priced.
Questions About 19th Century Botanicals
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.
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    The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
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    In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
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    A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
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    What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
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    One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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    The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
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    At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.