Botanical Elegance: A Trio of Antique Foliar Portraits, Published in 1880

The decorative original antique prints are the second volume of "Les Plantes à Feuillage Coloré", published in Paris in 1880 by J. Rothschild, editor. These images are finely detaile...

The prints from "Les Plantes à Feuillage Coloré, Tome Second," published in Paris in 1880 by J. Rothschild as the editor, are a magnificent showcase of the art and science of botany in the late 19th century. The first image depicts 'Yucca aloifolia variegata,' elegantly displaying its long, sword-like leaves adorned with creamy margins against a green central stripe, a testament to its variegated variety. The precision in the illustration highlights the plant’s architectural form and the subtle color gradations. The second image presents 'Aucuba japonica aureo-maculata,' where the broad, glossy leaves are splattered with golden yellow spots against a rich green background. This ornamental shrub is complemented by a cluster of bright red berries that stand out vividly, offering a beautiful contrast in both color and form. The third print features 'Alocasia jenningsii,' a striking tropical plant with large, heart-shaped leaves. The deep green of the leaves is dramatically interrupted by dark, almost black, symmetrical blotches that follow the veins. This pattern creates a stunning visual effect reminiscent of a butterfly’s wings. All three prints reflect a fusion of scientific observation and artistic interpretation. They not only served as educational material...

Exotic Flora Trio: Himalayan Aucuba, Japanese Lantern Plant & Brazilian Acanthus The maker Louis Van Houtte was a highly influential figure in 19th-century horticulture, not only as...

These botanical prints from "Les Plantes à Feuillage Coloré, Tome Second," published in Paris in 1880 with J. Rothschild as the editor, are beautiful representations of the plant spe...

Pair of exceptional antique English botany prints, hand colored in Italian burl olive wood and gold leaf frames. 4 additional smaller prints available, sold separately. Great wall d...

A set of six English 19th century Botanical Engravings, England C.1880. Mounted, ready to be framed. Fine examples, in excellent condition commensurate of age.

Taken after “La Botanique Mise a la Portee de Tout le Monde”, originally published in Paris 1774-1780, written by Nicolas Francois Regnault and illustrated by his wife, Genevieve de ...

A set of four antique prints including: English hand colored etching titled "A New Mode of Presenting Two Addresses at Once", by Charles Williams, published by SW Fores, 1818, Picca...