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Early Victorian Botanical Engraving

Name: Early Victorian Botanical Engraving
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1216951
Price: 35 GBP
Availability: InStock

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 Flower Engraving to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1216951

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.

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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")

Date of Manufacture

Earl and Rymer has dated this Victorian Botanical Flower Engraving to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1216951

Dealers Internal Ref

1308-1328

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Earl and Rymer

Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2026

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

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An early Victorian botanical engraving depicting a central pink dahlia flower with green leaves, presented in a cream mount and narrow wooden frame.

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Archive I

Early Victorian Botanical Engraving

Archive II

Victorian botanical engravings are detailed illustrations of flora created during the 19th century, typically produced using copper or steel plate printing techniques and often hand-coloured to document plant species accurately.

These works were printed on heavy rag or woven paper using metal engraving plates, followed by the application of watercolours or gouache by hand to render accurate botanical colours.

Authentic prints usually feature a visible plate mark impression around the image boundary, variations in tone from hand colouring, and natural age tone or foxing on original rag paper.

Botanical prints can be displayed as part of a gallery wall, mounted above a sideboard, or hung in a series along a hallway to add organic motifs and historical character to modern spaces.

Frame prints using acid-free mounting materials and UV-filtering glass, and hang them away from direct sunlight, damp areas, or fluctuating humidity to prevent paper deterioration.

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Early Victorian Botanical Engraving

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