Antique Print of the Pinus Nigra by Cook, 1803

About the Item

Antique botany print titled 'De Zwarte Pijnboom van Nieuw-Zeeland'. Old botany print depicting the Pinus Nigra, or black pine of New Zealand. In New Zealand it is considered an invasive species and noxious weed, along with lodgepole pine (Pinus contorta) and Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris), due to their habitat conversion nature in tussockgrassland plant communities, shading out the native bunch grasses as their forest canopy develops. Originates from 'Reizen Rondom de Waereld door James Cook (..)'. Artists and Engravers: Translated by J.D. Pasteur. Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef. Condition: Good, some foxing and age-related toning. Please study image carefully. Date: 1803 Overall size: 14.5 x 21 cm. Image size: \10 x 16 cm. Whilst cartography holds a special place in our collection, we also offer thousands of antique prints covering fields of interest as diverse as architecture, natural history, religion, ethnology and many more. Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space. We offer a wide range of authentic antique prints for any budget.

Dimensions:

Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Width: 5.71 in (14.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1803

Condition:

Condition: Good, some foxing and age-related toning. Please study image carefully.

Seller Location:

Langweer, NL