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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 Antique Botanical Engraving Framed to the Victorian era.

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SA1216944
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 Antique Botanical Engraving Framed to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1216944
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 a white and pink camellia flower with dark green leaves on a cream background within a simple wooden frame.
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Archive I A framed Victorian botanical engraving depicting a white and pink camellia flower with dark green leaves on a cream background within a simple wooden frame.

Early Victorian Botanical Engraving

Archive II A framed Victorian botanical engraving depicting a white and pink camellia flower with dark green leaves on a cream background within a simple wooden frame. View II
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Earl and Rymer

Earl and Rymer
Telephone 07879 460591
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York
Yorkshire
United Kingdom

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Items For Sale 126
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Earl and Rymer
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A framed Victorian botanical engraving depicting a white and pink camellia flower with dark green leaves on a cream background within a simple wooden frame.
Early Victorian Botanical Engraving
Ref: SA1216944
A framed Victorian botanical engraving depicting a white and pink camellia flower with dark green leaves on a cream background within a simple wooden frame.
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  • ObjectFramed Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPaper, Wood, Glass
  • ColourCream and Green
  • MotifsCamellia flower, Hand-coloured detail, Wooden moulding frame, Plate mark
  • SizeH 39 cm (15 in) x W 26.5 cm (10 in)

This early Victorian botanical engraving by J. & J. Parkin depicts a camellia flower with hand-coloured green leaves on a cream background, dating from the 1830s to the 1840s. The artwork is presented within a mid-toned natural wood frame and a neutral cream mount, displaying visible light foxing across the sheet in keeping with its age. Measuring 39 cm high by 26.5 cm wide, the rectangular framed art has simple wooden mouldings and a visible plate mark around the central plant illustration. Suitable for display in a home today, this piece fits well on a narrow wall space in a hallway, study, or drawing room. The neutral tones of the paper and warm colour of the wooden frame coordinate easily with traditional and botanical-themed interiors. It provides an authentic antique accent when hung individually or paired with other prints from the same period to create a gallery wall arrangement.

FAQs

An early Victorian botanical engraving is a 19th-century print illustrating plant species, produced using copperplate or steel engraving techniques and often finished with hand-applied colour.

These prints were rendered on rag paper using engraved metal plates, with watercolour pigments applied by hand to add colour to the detailed line work.

Authentic period prints display a distinct indented plate mark around the image, natural paper ageing or foxing, and visible brushwork in the hand-coloured areas under magnification.

Framed botanical prints can be arranged in vertical grids, styled as part of an eclectic gallery wall, or placed individually in narrow spaces to add organic texture and historical context.

Display prints away from direct sunlight and humid environments, ensure framing utilizes UV-protective glass, and use acid-free mounting materials to prevent paper deterioration.
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