Sowerby Botany antique 1790 hand-colored engraving 56 Greater Knapweed Flower

Description: Original antique hand-colored botanical print from Sowerby's English Botany. Original antique hand-colored engraving botanical printBotanical illustration by James Sowerby, F.L.S. G.S., &c.First edition print from 1790 - 1814Approximately 5 ¾ x 9 ¼ inchesPaper is blank on the back, has strong plate mark and has the natural binding edgeIncludes text page written by botanist James Edward Smith.Prints of this age show expected signs of age - like darkening around the edges, some staining and light foxing (see photo for actual condition). The colors remain vibrant and the paper stable.Arrives in archival sleeve with mat board for archival storageOnly one availableShips next day ArtistJames Sowerby, F.L.S. (21 March 1757 – 25 October 1822) was an English botanist. Published works, such as A Specimen of the Botany of New Holland or English Botany, include his detailed and appealing plates. The use of vivid colour and accessible texts were intended to reach a widening audience in works of natural history. AuthorJames Edward Smith was a member of the imp. Acad. Naturae Curiosorum, The Academies of Stockholm, Upsala, Thurin, Lisbon, Lund, Berlin, Philadelphia, and the Nat. Hist. Society of Paris; President of the Linnean Society ConditionEach antique print is ready for framing and arrives with an archival acid-free 2-ply board and in a poly sleeve suitable for archival storage. Being that this paper is over 220 years old, it is in very good condition. The original hand-painted colors remain vibrant and stable. The paper is lightweight, strong and not brittle. The reverse side of the print is blank. Please look at the photos carefully, including cropped detail photos, which will show you more than you can see with your eyes alone. All items are stored in a smoke-free and pet-free home. The DetailsThis listing is for one antique print and the text page. The print you see in the first photo is the print you are buying. Any additional photos are to help you authenticate the edition of the antique print you are buying. Payment & DiscountsPayment is expected via PayPal immediately when choosing Buy-It-Now. When purchasing 4 or more prints, you will save $15. These discounts only apply to orders shipping to the same location and on the same date. Add your items to the cart before buying. Items on sale are also available for the additional “buy 4 get $15 off” discount”. “Offers” can NOT be combined with other sales or discounts. ShippingYour item will be shipped (in US) within 1 business day (Monday - Friday) of payment via USPS First Class Mail, which usually takes 2-6 days in the continental United States. All prints are packaged with great care using study materials made of recycled and/or re-used materials. Please message me with any questions. Thank you for viewing and check back often for new listings. KimSummer WeedsNature-Inspired Artwork

Price: 18.5 USD

Location: Chicago, Illinois

End Time: 2025-01-14T19:30:30.000Z

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