Charming Florals of the Victorian Era: A Collection of Antique Prints, 1896

Antique print titled 'Plate II Pupae, Details of Larvae'. Old chromolithograph depicting various larva. This print was part of 'Lloyd's Natural History'. Artists and Engravers: Pu...

"Floral Masterpieces: A Collection of 19th-Century Horticultural Art" Introducing "Floral Masterpieces," a curated collection of six original antique prints from "Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse," authored by the renowned Edward Step and published in 1896. This collection represents a pinnacle of horticultural illustration, capturing the nuanced beauty of popular 19th-century floral species with exceptional chromolithographic artistry. 1. Hybrid Abutilon (Abutilon venoso x striatum): This print highlights the rich, velvety reds of the Hybrid Abutilon, complemented by intricate foliage detail. 2. Shoe Flower (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis): Renowned for its flamboyant blooms, this illustration depicts the Shoe Flower with its striking crimson petals and contrasting yellow stamen. 3. Hibiscus Roseus: The subtle pink shades of Hibiscus Roseus are rendered with a soft, delicate touch, inviting the viewer to appreciate its understated elegance. Each print in this series exemplifies the meticulous attention to detail and the vibrant coloration that chromolithography afforded artists of the era. These illustrations not only served as a visual delight for Victorian society but also contributed significantly to the scientific study and classification of plants. Presented with a white border that accentuates their detail, these prints are a testament to the enduring legacy of Victorian botanical exploration. They offer collectors and enthusiasts an opportunity to own a piece of botanical and illustrative history, perfectly suited for display in any setting that values both aesthetic and historical significance. "Floral Masterpieces" stands as a tribute to Edward Step's contribution to botanical sciences and art, as well as to the time-honored craft of chromolithography. These prints are sure to enchant anyone with an appreciation for antique botanical art...

Botanical Elegance in Art Nouveau: A Collection of Floral Masterpieces by Henry Lambert, 1896 This exquisite collection of Art Nouveau botanical illustrations by Henry Lambert showc...

Antique print titled 'On the Seashore'. Old print showing birds on the seashore. Made after Archibald Thorburn. Artists and Engravers: Published in ...

English Victorian period floral prints from "The Museum of Flowers" by Mary Elizabeth Rosenberg, circa 1845, in custom giltwood frames under g...

New Haven Harbor Chart published May 1896 by the United States Coast and geodetic survey. This chart is also a map of the land around the harbor and etc., loaded with detail. Nicely ...

Large Victorian framed colour print of The Daphnephoria. Large Victorian framed colour print of The Daphnephoria by Frederic Leighton (1830–1896), 1876, from Lady Lever Art Galler...

Old print of the Battle of Marengo (14 June 1800): here in Italian language, etching by Romanil. That's rare, but I had all the collection about Napoleon. ref. ST/722.