A collection of 10 Early Original Botanical Chromolithograps of the US, 1879

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A collection of 10 Early Original Botanical Chromolithograps of the US, 1879

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The image displays a collection of ten chromolithographs depicting various plant species. These illustrations are characterized by their botanical accuracy and aesthetic appeal, typical of late 19th-century natural history publications. Each plate is labeled with the plant's scientific name, showcasing the diversity of flora found within the United States. The plants are rendered with great detail, highlighting their unique characteristics such as leaf shape, flower structure, and root systems. These chromolithographs likely served both an educational purpose for those interested in botany and horticulture, as well as an ornamental one, as they would have been quite decorative when framed or displayed in a book. The artwork reflects the meticulous work of Thomas Meehan, and the images were published by L.Prang and Company in Boston, known for their exquisite chromolithographic work in the 19th century. The book from which these plates come, "The Native Flowers and Ferns of the United States in Their Botanical, Horticultural, and Popular Aspects," serves as a testament to the rich botanical heritage of the United States and the period's appreciation for natural sciences. Here's a brief description of each plant: 1. **Limnanthemum Lacunosum - Floating Heart**: A freshwater aquatic plant, commonly known as the Floating Heart due to its heart-shaped leaves that float on the surface of the water. It has delicate white flowers with yellow centers and is often found in calm waters. 2. **Houstonea Coerulea - Bluets**: Often called Bluets or Quaker Ladies, these are small perennial flowers with four blue, white, or pink petals. They typically bloom in clusters and are found in open woods and grassy fields. 3. **Viola Pedata - Bird's-Foot Violet**: This is a species of violet known for its deeply dissected leaves that resemble a bird’s foot. It bears striking bi-colored purple and white flowers and thrives in sandy and rocky soils, usually in open, sunny areas. 4. **Calla Palustris - Bog-Arum**: Also known as the Water-Arum, it’s a plant with large green leaves and a distinctive spathe and spadix, similar to a calla lily. It’s typically found in bogs and marshy areas. 5. **Euphorbia Corollata - Flowering Spurge**: A perennial herb with white, green-centered flowers. It’s known for its milky sap and often grows in dry fields and open woods. 6. **Potentilla Fruticosa - Shrubby Cinquefoil**: A small, bushy shrub with yellow, five-petaled flowers. It’s very hardy and can be found in a variety of habitats, from wetlands to rocky terrains. 7. **Linum Perenne - Perennial Flax**: This perennial plant is known for its delicate blue flowers and is often grown for its fibers, which are used to make linen. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. 8. **Xanthosoma Sagittifolia - Arrow-Leaved Spoonflower**: A tropical plant with large arrow-shaped leaves and a unique inflorescence wrapped in a pale spathe. It’s often cultivated for its edible tubers. 9. **Cassandra Calyculata - Leather Leaf; Cassandra**: A low-growing evergreen shrub with small white flowers and leathery leaves, commonly found in acidic bogs and wetlands. 10. **Viola Sagittata - Arrow Leaved Violet**: This violet features heart-shaped leaves that point like arrows and lovely blue-violet flowers. It prefers moist meadows and open woods.

Dimensions:
Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
Sold As:
Set of 10
Materials and Techniques:
Paper
Period:
1870-1879
Date of Manufacture:
1879
Condition:
Good condition. Please study the images carefully. Minor toning or browning due to age and handling. Ideal for framing in frames with a dark, muted brown color. Attached you can see a visualisation. We do not supply the frames, only the prints.
Seller Location:
Langweer, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: BG-12277-1-24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 331stDibs: LU3054337618732