Old engraving from 1889 - Forest herbs by A. Pratt. Botanical plate.

Magnificent authentic engraving aged 136 years, not a mere reproduction: Forest Herbs • Edition: in 1889 • Size: 15 x 24 cm • Artist: Anne Pratt • Elegant vintage ivory white paper • Condition: Good condition, possible signs of age. See photos Anne Pratt (1806 – 1893) was a brilliant English botanical illustrator, whose bright and detailed works ignited a passion for flowers in her Victorian audience. Her books beautifully united science, art, and the wonder of nature. This engraving belongs to a collection of botanical plates from the 19th century, published in 1889, in a major work by Anne Pratt dedicated to British flora. It finely illustrates the artistic and scientific craftsmanship of the time, blending naturalistic precision with decorative elegance. Authentic and original, this plate bears witness to the richness of botanical knowledge and the growing interest in nature in the 19th century. A true time capsule, it combines beauty and pedagogy, making each copy a precious fragment of natural history. Magnificent botanical plate presenting different species of wild grasses with their characteristic ears. The illustration details the floral structures and leaves of these common herbs from British meadows. • Find all our lithographs and prints in my shop • Send me a message for any questions • Fast delivery and careful packaging for risk-free reception • For bulk purchases, send me a message for a single shipping fee and to discuss a discount Reference: 104-1-260 ----- Decoration, vintage, meadow, grass, ears