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Early Victorian Botanical Engraving
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Early Victorian Botanical Engraving

19th century
For Sale by Earl and Rymer
Description

Hand coloured botanical engraving, dating from the 1830s–1840s by Victorian engravers J. & J. Parkin.

Presented in a mid-toned natural wood frame with neutral mount.

One of a large group of 20 available. A wonderful cross-section of early Victorian garden favourites. Notable specimens include the "Royal Sovereign" Tulip, Florist Auriculas, Dahlias and Chrysanthemums, as well as charming mixed studies of pansies, morning glories, and salvias.

Condition: Good antique condition. In keeping with their age, the sheets and mounts exhibit areas of light foxing.

Picture - Height 21.5cm x Width 13cm. Frame - Height 39cm Width x 26.5cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
39cm (15.35")
Width
26.5cm (10.43")
Declaration

Earl and Rymer has dated this Victorian Botanical Print Framed to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1216927
Dealers Internal Reference
1308-1328
Description
Hand coloured botanical engraving, dating from the 1830s–1840s by Victorian engravers J. & J. Parkin.

Presented in a mid-toned natural wood frame with neutral mount.

One of a large group of 20 available. A wonderful cross-section of early Victorian garden favourites.

Notable specimens include the "Royal Sovereign" Tulip, Florist Auriculas, Dahlias and Chrysanthemums, as well as charming mixed studies of pansies, morning glories, and salvias.
Earl and Rymer

Condition: Good antique condition. In keeping with their age, the sheets and mounts exhibit areas of light foxing.

Picture - Height 21.5cm x Width 13cm. Frame - Height 39cm Width x 26.5cm.

Height
39cm (15.35")
Width
26.5cm (10.43")
Date of Manufacture

Earl and Rymer has dated this Victorian Botanical Print Framed to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1216927
Dealers Internal Ref
1308-1328
Earl and Rymer
Earl and Rymer
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Earl & rymer specialise in beautiful, interesting and unusual decorative antiques and art.

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A framed early Victorian botanical engraving depicting a central flowering plant with dark purple and yellow blossoms set against a cream background in a simple timber frame.
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Archive I A framed early Victorian botanical engraving depicting a central flowering plant with dark purple and yellow blossoms set against a cream background in a simple timber frame.

Early Victorian Botanical Engraving

Archive II A framed early Victorian botanical engraving depicting a central flowering plant with dark purple and yellow blossoms set against a cream background in a simple timber frame. View II
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A framed early Victorian botanical engraving depicting a central flowering plant with dark purple and yellow blossoms set against a cream background in a simple timber frame.
Early Victorian Botanical Engraving
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A framed early Victorian botanical engraving depicting a central flowering plant with dark purple and yellow blossoms set against a cream background in a simple timber frame.
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A Victorian botanical engraving is a 19th-century print created using copper or steel plate engraving techniques to document plant species. These works combined scientific precision with artistic detail and were frequently hand-coloured for publication in horticultural journals.

These prints were executed on heavy rag paper using oil-based inks applied via engraved metal plates. Colour was typically added by hand using watercolour pigments prior to mounting and framing.

Authentic prints display a clear plate impression rim around the image perimeter where the metal plate pressed into the paper. Examination under magnification reveals fine line plate work and subtle variations in hand-painted watercolour washes rather than modern dot-matrix printing.

Botanical prints can be displayed as standalone accents in narrow spaces or grouped in uniform grid galleries over sideboards and desks. Their neutral paper tones and classic subject matter integrate well with modern minimalist, traditional English, and conservatory aesthetic themes.

Keep paper artwork away from direct sunlight and high-humidity areas to prevent fading and foxing. Ensure the glass framing utilizes UV-protective glazing and acid-free mounting materials to preserve paper integrity over time.
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