Botanical engraving from 1897 - Phaius Wallichii - Old flower plate by Achille Lefevre

Discover this magnificent and rare botanical engraving dating from 1897, featuring wallich's phaius. 🌿 this is an authentic copy, over 120 years old, and not a recent reproduction. The illustration is a beautiful size of 20 X 29 cm, large enough to see all the details and will look stunning if you decide to frame it. 🌿 the condition, although vintage, is very good, the edges of the sheet are slightly worn. This chromo-lithograph of haunting accuracy and beauty transmits the natural tones of the leaves and the flower. 🌿 this original board with its beautiful patina, sold without frame, is signed by achille lefevre, botanical illustrator. It is both informative and aesthetic, celebrating the beauty of the plant world 🌿 the phaius wallichii is a fascinating terrestrial orchid, characterized by its large flowers in delicate shades. Native to certain tropical regions, this plant features lush green leaves and spectacular inflorescences. The flowers, sometimes tinged with purple, add exotic elegance to any environment. 🌿 this old engraving comes from a work initially designed for horticulturists and nurserymen. It was published by octave doin in paris with the librairie agricole de la maison rustique and the grain merchant of vilmorin andrieux 🌿 the cardboard paper of this lithograph is cream, thus giving a retro charm to the whole. The back is blank. 🌿 in addition, I offer many other engravings from the same series, all distinct and old. Also explore my varied collection of illustrations and lithographs, including botanical and zoological ones from other series. 🌿 do not hesitate to contact me for more information or to consider a group purchase, thus benefiting from discounts and advantageous shipping costs. [ref. 019-dph.t4. Pl.51] note: floral nostalgia retro garden of yesteryear composition.