Antique botanical engraving. Flower

Herbaceous Plants: Authentic 136-year-old plate, not a reproduction. • Date of publication: 1889. • Plate size: 15 X 24 cm. • Artist: Anne Pratt. • Elegant, vintage ivory-white paper. • Condition: Good condition, some signs of age possible. See photos. Anne Pratt (1806–1893) was a brilliant English botanical illustrator whose luminous and detailed works awakened a passion for flowers in her Victorian audience. Her books beautifully combined science, art, and a sense of wonder at nature. This engraving belongs to a collection of 19th-century botanical plates, published in 1889 in a major work by Anne Pratt on British flora. It exquisitely illustrates the artistic and scientific expertise of the period, blending naturalistic precision with decorative elegance. Authentic and original, this print testifies to the wealth of botanical knowledge and the growing interest in nature during the 19th century. A true time capsule, it combines beauty and educational value, making each print a precious fragment of natural history. Magnificent botanical print presenting six species of grasses and herbaceous plants typical of Great Britain. The illustration meticulously details the inflorescences, spikes, and panicles of each species, highlighting their distinctive morphological characteristics. The natural green, brown, and gold colors offer a faithful rendering of these plants in their natural environment. • Find all my lithographs and prints on my profile. • Send me a message with any questions. • Fast shipping and careful packaging for safe delivery. • For the purchase of multiple prints, contact me for combined shipping. Reference: 104-1-251.