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Native US Flora - Six Original Botanical Chromolithograps, 1879

About the Item

The image displays a collection of six 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 are short descriptions of the plants: 1. **Iris Versicolor - Blue Flag**: A perennial herb that is native to North America, known for its striking blue to violet flowers that have a distinctive flag-like appearance. It typically grows in wetlands and along the edges of ponds. 2. **Pogonia Ophioglossoides - Snake-Mouth**: Also known as the Rose Pogonia, this is an orchid that produces a single pink flower that resembles a snake's open mouth. It's found in bogs and moist, acidic soils. 3. **Cleome Pungens - Spiderflower**: A tall annual with a distinctive spidery look due to its long stamens that protrude from the pink or violet flowers. It is often found in open, sunny areas and used as an ornamental plant in gardens. 4. **Actinomeris Squarrosa**: This yellow-flowered plant, also known as Yellow Ironweed, is known for its coarse texture and squarrose (spreading at the tips) bracts. It's typically found in prairies and meadows. 5. **Claytonia Virginica - Spring-Beauty**: A delicate woodland wildflower that blooms in early spring with pink or white flowers. It has a pair of broad grass-like leaves and is often one of the first flowers to bloom in the season. 6. **Asplenium Trichomanes - English Maiden-hair; Dwarf Spleenwort**: This small fern is known for its delicate appearance, with dark stems and bright green, evenly spaced leaflets. It prefers shady, rocky outcrops and walls. Asplenium Trichomanes - English Maiden-hair; Dwarf Spleenwort

Dimensions:

Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)

Sold As:

Set of 6

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

1870-1879

Date of Manufacture:

1879

Condition:

Good condition. Please study the images carefully. Minor toning due to age and handling. Ideal for framing in frames with a dark, muted brown color. We do not supply the frames, only the prints. Study the images carefully.

Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

Reference Number:

Seller: BG-12277-1-36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 411stDibs: LU3054337620172

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Native US Flora - Six Original Botanical Chromolithograps, 1879

About the Item

Antique 1870s Prints