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Verdant Vintage: A Triptych from Edward Step's Botanical Compendium, 1896
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"Verdant Vintage: A Triptych from Edward Step's Botanical Compendium"
Presenting "Verdant Vintage," an exquisite selection of original antique prints from the seminal volume "Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse," authored by the esteemed Edward Step in 1896. This carefully curated triptych features the ethereal 'Honesty' (Lunaria biennis), the radiant 'Gold Dust' and 'Sweet Alyssum' (Alyssum saxatile and Alyssum maritimum), and the charming 'Rock-Cress' (Aubrieta deltoidea), each a botanical marvel of its own right.
These prints, exemplifying the Victorian fascination with botany and natural sciences, were brought to life through the art of chromolithography—a process involving the creation of images with multi-layered colored inks, each layer meticulously added to produce a final piece vibrant with hues and depth. This method was the zenith of color printing technology of the era and required a combination of artistic skill and scientific precision.
Step's work was renowned for its intricate detail, capturing the delicate structures and subtle colorations of each species. These prints not only served as a reference for the avid gardener but also as a source of aesthetic pleasure for the art connoisseur. They are a testament to a time when the natural world was explored with zeal and depicted with reverence.
These lithographs are not merely illustrations; they are historical artifacts, capturing the essence of Victorian horticulture. "Verdant Vintage" offers a chance to own a piece of botanical history, a glimpse into the gardens and greenhouses of the past. Suitable for framing, these prints will bestow an air of classical elegance upon any setting.
- Dimensions:Height: 6.07 in (15.4 cm)Width: 9.53 in (24.2 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 3
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- Date of Manufacture:1896
- Condition:Condition: Very good, given age. Each print comes with a protective sheet. Please study scan carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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