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19th Century Set of 8 Engravings Botanicals with Insects and Plants by John Curtis
Antiques Decorative (Sussex)
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19th Century Set of 8 Engravings Botanicals with Insects and Plants by John Curtis

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Fabulous British decorative botanicals by John Curtis (1791-1862) went on to become the principal artist of the Botanical Magazine in 1818.

8 botanical engravings of plants and insects with beautiful colouring.

19th-century botanical illustrations with insects are detailed drawings of plants and insects that were created during the 19th century. These works of art were typically produced as scientific illustrations to accompany botanical texts, but they were also popular among collectors as decorative items. The illustrations were created using traditional methods, such as watercolour and pen and ink, and they often showcase the intricate details of the plants and insects. The artists of these botanical illustrations were highly skilled, and they took great care to accurately depict the various features of the specimens they were drawing. These features included the shape and structure of the leaves, flowers, and stems, as well as the intricate patterns and colours of the insects that often interacted with the plants. The botanical illustrations with insects provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of nature during the 19th century, and they continue to be valued for their scientific and artistic merit.

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66cm (25.98")
Width
77cm (30.31")
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Antiques Decorative (Sussex) has dated this Antique Botanical Prints Set to the 1800s.

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Fabulous British decorative botanicals by John Curtis (1791-1862) went on to become the principal artist of the Botanical Magazine in 1818.

8 botanical engravings of plants and insects with beautiful colouring.

19th-century botanical illustrations with insects are detailed drawings of plants and insects that were created during the 19th century.
Antiques Decorative (Sussex)

These works of art were typically produced as scientific illustrations to accompany botanical texts, but they were also popular among collectors as decorative items. The illustrations were created using traditional methods, such as watercolour and pen and ink, and they often showcase the intricate details of the plants and insects. The artists of these botanical illustrations were highly skilled, and they took great care to accurately depict the various features of the specimens they were drawing. These features included the shape and structure of the leaves, flowers, and stems, as well as the intricate patterns and colours of the insects that often interacted with the plants. The botanical illustrations with insects provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of nature during the 19th century, and they continue to be valued for their scientific and artistic merit.

please contact for a shipping quote

Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Date of Manufacture

Antiques Decorative (Sussex) has dated this Antique Botanical Prints Set to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1070260
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A large dark wooden frame containing eight framed 19th-century botanical and insect hand-coloured engravings mounted on a grey backboard.
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Archive I A large dark wooden frame containing eight framed 19th-century botanical and insect hand-coloured engravings mounted on a grey backboard.

19th Century Set of 8 Engravings Botanicals with Insects and Plants by John Curtis

Archive II A large dark wooden frame containing eight framed 19th-century botanical and insect hand-coloured engravings mounted on a grey backboard. View II
Archive III A large dark wooden frame containing eight framed 19th-century botanical and insect hand-coloured engravings mounted on a grey backboard. View III
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A large dark wooden frame containing eight framed 19th-century botanical and insect hand-coloured engravings mounted on a grey backboard.
19th Century Set Of 8 Engravings Botanicals With Insects And Plants By John Curtis
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A large dark wooden frame containing eight framed 19th-century botanical and insect hand-coloured engravings mounted on a grey backboard.
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Popularised during the 19th century, these detailed works combined natural science with fine art, often created via copperplate engraving and finished with meticulous hand-colouring to catalogue flora and fauna.

Authentic prints from this era were typically etched or engraved onto metal plates, impressed onto rag paper, and then individually coloured using watercolour or gouache pigments.

Original prints often feature a distinct plate mark impression around the border, natural paper ageing or foxing, and faint variations in colour application indicative of hand-painted finishes rather than modern halftone dots.

Mount the set in a prominent location such as above a hallway console table or in a dining space, pairing the classic natural history theme with contemporary minimalist decor to create visual balance.

Keep artwork out of direct sunlight to prevent fading, ensure acid-free mounting materials are used within the frame, and maintain a consistent climate to avoid moisture damage or mould growth.
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