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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 Engraving Framed to the Victorian era.

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SA1216942
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.

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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 Framed to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1216942
Dealers Internal Ref
1308-1328
Earl and Rymer
Earl and Rymer
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2026

Earl & rymer specialise in beautiful, interesting and unusual decorative antiques and art.

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A framed Victorian botanical engraving depicting hand-coloured yellow, blue, and black pansies within a cream mount and simple wooden frame.
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Archive I A framed Victorian botanical engraving depicting hand-coloured yellow, blue, and black pansies within a cream mount and simple wooden frame.

Early Victorian Botanical Engraving

Archive II A framed Victorian botanical engraving depicting hand-coloured yellow, blue, and black pansies within a cream mount and simple wooden frame. View II
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Earl and Rymer

Earl and Rymer
Telephone 07879 460591
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Yorkshire
United Kingdom

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Earl and Rymer
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A framed Victorian botanical engraving depicting hand-coloured yellow, blue, and black pansies within a cream mount and simple wooden frame.
Early Victorian Botanical Engraving
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A framed Victorian botanical engraving depicting hand-coloured yellow, blue, and black pansies within a cream mount and simple wooden frame.
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  • ObjectPrints & Drawings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPaper, Wood, Glass
  • ColourCream, Yellow
  • MotifsFloral illustration, Hand colouring, Botanical typography, Simple wooden frame
  • SizeH 39 cm (15 in) x W 26.5 cm (10 in)

This early Victorian botanical engraving by J. & J. Parkin dates from the 1830s to the 1840s and depicts hand-coloured yellow, blue, and black pansies. The print is set within a cream mount and a simple rectangular wooden frame with a mid-toned natural timber finish, protected behind glass. The paper and mount display light foxing consistent with antique condition and age. The piece measures 39 cm high and 26.5 cm wide overall. Suitable for display in an English Country House setting, this botanical study hangs well above a sideboard in a dining room, living room, or hallway. It pairs easily with traditional or transitional interior schemes, bringing natural history and period charm to residential wall spaces.

FAQs

Botanical engravings rose to prominence during the nineteenth century to document plant species for scientific study and horticulture. These prints were produced using engraved metal plates and were often published in dedicated botanical periodicals and books.

Traditional botanical engravings were printed on heavy rag paper using engraved copper or steel plates. Artists manually applied watercolour washes over the printed line work to provide realistic colour representation.

Authentic nineteenth-century prints usually display a visible plate mark impression around the image boundary where the metal plate was pressed into the paper. Examination under magnification will show hand-applied paint strokes rather than modern printed dot patterns.

Botanical prints can be displayed as single feature pieces or grouped together in grid formations to create a gallery wall. Combining traditional wood frames with minimalist contemporary backdrops provides visual balance.

Keep antique prints away from direct sunlight and areas of high humidity to prevent fading and foxing. Frame prints using acid-free mounting materials and UV-filtering glass to protect the paper and original hand colouring.
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