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A Week's Worth, Botanical, Insect Painting, Green Luna Moth, Dark Leaves, Cobalt
By Francine Fox
Located in Kent, CT
This botanical, insect painting in oil on aluminum depicts a bright green luna moth against a dark
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Metal
Ginkgo Twig No.2, 2023, hyper-realist, colored pencil drawing
By David Morrison
Located in New York, NY
-York Historical Society).
Artist Statement
My drawings of tree branches and trunks embrace nature
Category
2010s American Realist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Color Pencil
Gingko No.4, 2023, hyper-realist drawing, colored pencil on paper
By David Morrison
Located in New York, NY
-York Historical Society).
Artist Statement
My drawings of tree branches and trunks embrace nature
Category
2010s American Realist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Color Pencil, Paper
Procession Four girls with flowers - English Female Illustrator
Located in Miami, FL
States.
Childhood
Pencil drawing of John Greenaway at work, by Birket Foster
Kate Greenaway was born in
Category
1890s Academic Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
'Flowers on a Window Sill', Royal Provenance, Russia, Queen Elizabeth II
By Grand Duchess Olga Alexandrovna
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
. Princess Elizabeth.
A charming and period botanical watercolor of pansies and blue daisies, painted in the
Category
1920s Impressionist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Gouache, Laid Paper
Contemporary sensual, erotic photograph of a nude female with historical imagery
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
female figure from a historical glass plate on an 18th-c botanical engraving mounted on fine art paper
Category
2010s Abstract Nude Photography
Materials
Engraving, Archival Pigment
Botanical Beauty: Schlumbergera - The Christmas Cactus, circa 1832
Located in Langweer, NL
The antique botanical print titled 'Cactus Truncatus' is a beautiful depiction of the Schlumbergera
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
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H 13.31 in W 10.16 in D 0.02 in
Contemporary Surrealist Portrait. Floral and Botanical Figure. "Mamma Anarkia"
By Natasha Lelenco
Located in FISTERRA, ES
and anecdotal nature of cultural and historical narratives, as well as on the ephemeral as something
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood, Acrylic, Spray Paint
H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in
Flora Full Circle (Gold & Indigo Blue Cyanotype of Botanical Mandala, Framed)
By Julia Whitney Barnes
Located in Hudson, NY
Shaker Gift Drawings of the mid-1800s. Whitney Barnes’ vision follows through to the final presentation
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Watercolor, Gouache, Archival Paper
Botanical Marvels of India: Bamboo and Durian in De Bry's 1601 Copper Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
about the natural wonders of the world beyond their borders. As a historical document, this engraving
Category
Antique Early 17th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
H 11.82 in W 7.88 in D 0 in
Vintage Orchids Published in 1904: A Study of Platanthera Species
Located in Langweer, NL
characterized by their scientific accuracy and artistic finesse, a hallmark of botanical drawings of that period
Category
Antique Early 1900s Prints
Materials
Paper
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H 9.45 in W 5.91 in D 0 in
New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug, 11'07 x 14'10
By Charles Voysey, William Morris (English)
Located in Dallas, TX
style. Drawing inspiration from the works of renowned artisans like William Morris and Charles Voysey
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Sultanabad Carpet, Handmade Persian Rug Gray, Light Blue, Green Soft Red
Located in Port Washington, NY
, reception halls, and large drawing rooms.
The designs of 19th century Sultanabad Persian carpets are
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
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W 182 in L 218 in
Dew, white round glass artwork with silver & bronze details by Verity Pulford
By Verity Pulford
Located in London, GB
images and botanical drawings.
In the artist’s own words;
“I am interested in the complexity of life
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Lichen Studies 'I to IV' a Grey & Yellow Glass Installation by Verity Pulford
By Verity Pulford
Located in London, GB
images and botanical drawings.
In the artist’s own words;
“I am interested in the complexity of
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass
H 7.88 in W 45.67 in D 2.37 in
Oversized Antique Irish Donegal Rug, Autumn in Ireland
By William Morris (English)
Located in Dallas, TX
ferns ablaze in russet-red-brown. Despite the absence of a historical foundation for the "bloody" name
Category
Early 20th Century Irish Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
A Historic View of Australia: Endeavour River, New Holland, 1773
Located in Langweer, NL
**: This print is historically significant as it represents the first known landscape drawing of the east
Category
Antique 1770s Prints
Materials
Paper
Untitled (Līnea Study), 2022
Located in Washington, DC
exhibited at the United States Botanic Garden, Washington Project for the Arts, the Corcoran Gallery of Art
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Mixed Media
Materials
Archival Paper, Graphite, Wax Crayon, Sumi Ink
Serene Observer: Vintage Bird Print of The Common Goldeneye by Magnus von Wright
Located in Langweer, NL
scientific accuracy, combined with artistic skill. His work remains a valuable part of the historical record
Category
20th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
H 14.73 in W 10.91 in D 0.02 in
Untitled (Līnea Study), 2022
Located in Washington, DC
at Bennington College, and her work has been exhibited at the United States Botanic Garden
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Mixed Media
Materials
Wax Crayon, Sumi Ink, Archival Paper, Graphite
Distressed Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug, Rustic Charm Meets Weathered Finesse
Located in Dallas, TX
11'00 x 15’00. With its historical richness and artful craftsmanship combined with cozy casual living
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bracket Mushrooms in Grey and White, a Glass Sculptural Plate by Verity Pulford
By Verity Pulford
Located in London, GB
cyanotypes, x-rays, microscopic images and botanical drawings.
In the artist’s own words;
“I am
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
H 20.48 in W 17.72 in D 7.88 in
Antique Sultanabad Carpet, Handmade Persian Rug, Gray, Blue, Green Soft Red
Located in Port Washington, NY
as ballrooms, reception halls, and large drawing rooms.
The designs of 19th century Sultanabad
Category
Antique 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
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W 312 in L 168 in
Untitled (Study for Līnea)
Located in Washington, DC
States Botanic Garden, Washington Project for the Arts, the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Second Street
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wax Crayon, Sumi Ink, Archival Paper, Graphite
Your Sweet Magic by Marcy Palmer, 2015, Archival Pigment Print
Located in Dallas, TX
experience.
The images are made by drawing and painting on a paper backdrop, shining light through holes in
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
H 15 in W 20 in D 0.01 in
Untitled (Study for Līnea), 2021
Located in Washington, DC
States Botanic Garden, Washington Project for the Arts, the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Second Street
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wax Crayon, Sumi Ink, Archival Paper, Graphite
Untitled (Līnea Study), 2022
Located in Washington, DC
exhibited at the United States Botanic Garden, Washington Project for the Arts, the Corcoran Gallery of Art
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Mixed Media
Materials
Wax Crayon, Sumi Ink, Archival Paper, Graphite
Untitled (Study for Līnea)
Located in Washington, DC
States Botanic Garden, Washington Project for the Arts, the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Second Street
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Mixed Media
Materials
Wax Crayon, Sumi Ink, Archival Paper, Graphite
Tropical Delights: De Bry's Illustration of Indian Fig and Nut Trees, 1601
Located in Langweer, NL
only a work of art but also a historical document, offering insight into the botanical wealth of India
Category
Antique Early 17th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
H 11.82 in W 7.88 in D 0 in
Wufu Wu (The Five Blessings) - limited edition hand signed mixed media
By Judy Pfaff
Located in New York, NY
, becoming ad hoc homes for viewers and the artist. Drawing upon a wealth of spiritual, botanical, and art
Category
1990s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Etching, Glitter, Mixed Media, Pencil
H 18.2 in W 34.9 in D 0.75 in
Contemporary sensual, erotic photograph of nude man from historic image w/ text
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
gouache and collage on fine art paper. It depicts the negative image of a nude man based on a historical
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Nude Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, Gouache, Archival Pigment
H 24.5 in W 20.25 in D 2 in
Untitled (Līnea Study), 2022
Located in Washington, DC
exhibited at the United States Botanic Garden, Washington Project for the Arts, the Corcoran Gallery of Art
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Mixed Media
Materials
Sumi Ink, Archival Paper, Graphite, Wax Crayon
Monumental Chandelier Art Nouveau Glass Daum Nancy attributed to Louis majorelle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
naturalistic features than those of Gallé, abstract drawings often proposed, and combined with walnut ¬ ras
Category
Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
H 55.12 in Dm 35.44 in
Contemporary sensual, erotic photograph of nude man & woman from historic image
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
woman from a historical glass plate on a historic mechanical ink drawing. The work itself measures 11 x
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Nude Photography
Materials
Ink, Archival Pigment
Hellebore, Center Star (Still Life of Golden Sunburst, White Flowers on Indigo)
By Julia Whitney Barnes
Located in Hudson, NY
Shaker Gift Drawings of the mid-1800s. Whitney Barnes’ vision follows through to the final presentation
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Gouache, Watercolor, Archival Paper
Distressed Vintage Turkish Rug with Earth-Tone Colors and Chippendale Style
Located in Dallas, TX
boundaries of design with historical richness and warm earth tone colors. The abrashed field is covered with
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Chippendale Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Tupha latifolia
By Penelope Gottlieb
Located in Palm Desert, CA
them only from historical drawings and botanist’s descriptions.
Although avant-garde and aesthetically
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic
Castilleja cruenta standl
By Penelope Gottlieb
Located in Palm Desert, CA
them only from historical drawings and botanist’s descriptions.
Although avant-garde and aesthetically
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Oil, Acrylic, Panel
Rosa Rugosa
By Penelope Gottlieb
Located in Palm Desert, CA
showcase a unique synthesis of her modern graphic design background and the vintage botanical renderings of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media
Materials
Ink, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Antique Persian Mashhad Rug, 10'05 X 17'02
Located in Dallas, TX
, blues, and ivories. The lavish floral patterns that adorn the field, drawing inspiration from iconic
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Lotus Console Table/Entry Way/Hallway Table Polished Brass by Zhipeng Tan
By Zhipeng Tan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
collection brings together the botanical and human motifs most explicitly. The tension between the two
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Console Tables
Materials
Brass
H 35.44 in W 18.9 in D 59.06 in
Distressed Vintage Turkish Rug with Modern Industrial Urban Luxe Style
Located in Dallas, TX
features a barely there all-over botanical pattern with striated gradations of taupe and gray hues fading
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Street Cleaners
Located in Los Angeles, CA
conveys the humanity of his workers through careful and disciplined drawing and unique coloration.
About
Category
1940s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lotus Console Table/Entry Way/Hallway Table Polished Brass by Zhipeng Tan
By Zhipeng Tan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
collection brings together the botanical and human motifs most explicitly. The tension between the two
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Console Tables
Materials
Brass
H 35.44 in W 18.9 in D 59.06 in
Ranunculus: Romantic Still-Life Photograph of Soft Red & Pink Flowers, Framed
By Lori Van Houten
Located in Hudson, NY
fabrics are selected for their depiction of botanical subjects and come from historical periods when this
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment, Handmade Paper
The Blue Passion Flower
By Dr. Robert John Thornton
Located in Florham Park, NJ
(d.1837) demonstrated his love of natural history with his own botanical garden and an aviary, which
Category
18th Century and Earlier Academic Prints and Multiples
Materials
Engraving, Watercolor
The Superb Lily
By Dr. Robert John Thornton
Located in Florham Park, NJ
(d.1837) demonstrated his love of natural history with his own botanical garden and an aviary, which
Category
18th Century and Earlier Academic Prints and Multiples
Materials
Archival Paper, Watercolor, Archival Tape, Engraving, Gesso, Handmade Pa...
Full Circle Day/Night (Gilded Mandala Cyanotype of Gold Flowers on Indigo Blue)
By Julia Whitney Barnes
Located in Hudson, NY
formation emerges, evoking the rare and complex Shaker Gift Drawings of the mid-1800s. Whitney Barnes
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Watercolor, Gouache, Archival Paper
The Narrow-Leaved Kalmia (Mountain Laurel)
By Dr. Robert John Thornton
Located in Florham Park, NJ
(d.1837) demonstrated his love of natural history with his own botanical garden and an aviary, which
Category
18th Century and Earlier Academic Prints and Multiples
Materials
Aquatint, Watercolor, Mezzotint, Engraving
Indian Reed (Cana)
By Dr. Robert John Thornton
Located in Florham Park, NJ
(d.1837) demonstrated his love of natural history with his own botanical garden and an aviary, which
Category
Early 19th Century Academic Prints and Multiples
Materials
Engraving
The Queen Flower (Bird of Paradise)
By Dr. Robert John Thornton
Located in Florham Park, NJ
(d.1837) demonstrated his love of natural history with his own botanical garden and an aviary, which
Category
18th Century and Earlier Academic Prints and Multiples
Materials
Engraving, Aquatint
Agave or American Aloe
By Dr. Robert John Thornton
Located in Florham Park, NJ
botanical garden and an aviary, which contained every species of English hawk, most of them captured by
Category
Early 19th Century Academic Prints and Multiples
Materials
Watercolor, Archival Paper, Archival Tape, Gesso, Handmade Paper, Plexig...
Dragon Arum
By Dr. Robert John Thornton
Located in Florham Park, NJ
botanical garden and an aviary, which contained every species of English hawk, most of them captured by
Category
Early 19th Century Academic Prints and Multiples
Materials
Watercolor, Silk, Rag Paper, Plexiglass, Handmade Paper, Archival Tape, ...
The Blue Passion Flower
By Dr. Robert John Thornton
Located in Florham Park, NJ
(d.1837) demonstrated his love of natural history with his own botanical garden and an aviary, which
Category
Early 19th Century Academic Prints and Multiples
Materials
Aquatint, Watercolor, Archival Paper, Archival Tape, Engraving, Handmade...
The China Limodoron (Orchid)
By Dr. Robert John Thornton
Located in Florham Park, NJ
(d.1837) demonstrated his love of natural history with his own botanical garden and an aviary, which
Category
Early 19th Century Academic Prints and Multiples
Materials
Engraving, Watercolor, Mezzotint, Aquatint
Oblique-leaved Begonia
By Dr. Robert John Thornton
Located in Florham Park, NJ
love of natural history with his own botanical garden and an aviary, which contained every species of
Category
Early 19th Century Academic Prints and Multiples
Materials
Silk, Archival Paper, Archival Tape, Handmade Paper, Laid Paper, Plexigl...
Antique Persian Mashhad Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
floral patterns that adorn the field, drawing inspiration from iconic Persian designs like the Shah
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, Earth-Tone Elegance Meets Modern Industrial Luxe
Located in Dallas, TX
authenticity. Elevating beyond conventional design, it whispers tales of historical richness in a palette
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pre-War Abstraction - Modernism - Tan Bronze Tope - Nonrepresentational
By Elsie Driggs
Located in Miami, FL
from late 1922 to early 1924, drawing and studying Italian art. There she met Leo Stein, first in Paris
Category
1930s Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Watercolor, Pencil
Raptors and Songbirds, Swan: Figurative Still Life Photograph of Romantic Images
By Lori Van Houten
Located in Hudson, NY
their depiction of botanical subjects and come from historical periods when this work flourished. Some
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment, Handmade Paper
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Find a variety of historical botanical drawings available on 1stDibs. There are many contemporary, abstract and Impressionist versions of these works for sale. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Historical botanical drawings available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes gray, beige, black, blue and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Dr. Robert John Thornton, Julia Whitney Barnes, Francine Fox, Penelope Gottlieb and Ian Hornak are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paper, paint and archival paper.
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Prices for pieces in our collection of historical botanical drawings start at $403 and top out at $400,000 with the average selling for $4,500.
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