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Set of Two Rare Botanical Engravings by D’Orbigny — 1849
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Set of Two Rare Botanical Engravings by D’Orbigny — Dictionnaire Universel d’Histoire Naturelle, Paris, 1849
An exquisite pair of original hand-colored botanical engravings from the iconic Dictionnaire Universel d’Histoire Naturelle, published in Paris, 1849 under the direction of Charles Dessalines d’Orbigny. These works feature plants of rare ornamental beauty, illustrated with the scientific precision and refined artistry that defined 19th-century French natural history publications.
Included in this set:
1. Aechmea discolor — A vivid bromeliad of tropical origin with rosette foliage and red-orange inflorescence. Surrounding it are detailed anatomical studies of floral parts and reproductive structures, highlighting the botanical value of the plate.
Title reads: “Broméliacées. Aechmée discolor (Aechmea discolor, alt. Broug.)”
Engraved by: Fournier; Printed by: Pellion imp.
2. Ceropegia Cumingiana — A fascinating climbing plant from the milkweed family (Asclepiadaceae), with green veined leaves and yellow-purple pitcher-shaped flowers. The illustration emphasizes the unique structure of its corona and pollinia, often admired by collectors and botanists.
Captioned: “Ceropegia Cumingiana D.ne. Off. tulit & pict. in Horto Van Houtte altic.”
Both plates combine artistic elegance with scientific rigor, making them exceptional specimens of early botanical publishing.
Artist: Unknown (published under the direction of d’Orbigny)
Printer: Pellion imp.
Publication: Dictionnaire Universel d’Histoire Naturelle, 1849
Medium: Copperplate engraving with hand coloring
Condition: Very good antique condition; mild age toning and slight margin wear
Framing: Unframed
- Dimensions:Height: 9.06 in (23 cm)Width: 5.91 in (15 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:1849
- Condition:Minor losses.
- Seller Location:Fukuoka, JP
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10055245466732
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