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Early Victorian Botanical Engraving
Earl and Rymer
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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 Engraving to the Victorian era.

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SA1216929
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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.

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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 Engraving to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1216929
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 stylised blue flower head with green leaves set within a light wood frame.
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Archive I A framed early Victorian botanical engraving depicting a stylised blue flower head with green leaves set within a light wood frame.

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A framed early Victorian botanical engraving depicting a stylised blue flower head with green leaves set within a light wood frame.
Early Victorian Botanical Engraving
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A framed early Victorian botanical engraving depicting a stylised blue flower head with green leaves set within a light wood frame.
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An early Victorian botanical engraving is a nineteenth-century print produced to document plant species for scientific study and decorative publications. These works were carved into metal plates and often finished with hand-applied colour washes.

These prints were rendered on cotton-based paper using oil-based printing inks applied via etched copper or steel plates. Watercolours and gum arabic were typically hand-applied by specialized artists to add accurate plant colouring.

Authentic period engravings display a distinct rectangular plate impression indented around the image perimeter. Under magnification, hand-coloured areas show subtle variations in paint application rather than uniform mechanical printing dots.

Botanical prints can be displayed as standalone accent pieces in hallways or arranged in symmetrical gallery grids against neutral walls. Their natural subject matter complements contemporary oak furniture, stone surfaces, and living house plants.

Preserve paper works by mounting them with acid-free matting under UV-filtering glass to prevent yellowing and fading. Hang the artwork away from direct sunlight, radiators, and areas prone to high humidity.
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