Botanical engraving from 1896 by Descamps-Sabouret • Heliconia illustris • Old lithograph

Beautiful and rare historical engraving from 1896 on heliconia illustris var rubricaulis (latin name) • original document over 120 years old and not a simple reproduction • sheet size: 26.5 X 17 cm, ideal for framing and large enough to admire all the details of the work • very good condition, carefully preserved despite its old age • piece signed by louisa descamps-sabouret, born in paris in 1855, french painter, pastellist and watercolorist, specialist in flowers • the illustration was chromolithographed by g. Severeyns in brussels, chromolithographed means reproduced in color by lithography • heliconia illustris var rubricaulis is a tropical plant with large red and orange flowers, resembling birds • educational work taken from the revue horticole, a practical horticulture journal, founded in 1829 by the authors of the bon gardener. 1896 edition • high quality paper, elegant cream white, offering an unmatched vintage charm • on the back of the sheet is a blank page • other similar engravings: see my shop or send me a message if you are looking for specific subjects • fast delivery and careful packaging for a safe reception • for the purchase of several engravings please contact me to agree on a reduction.