Old engraving from 1839 - Pepper tree - Manually coloured lithograph

Magnificent authentic engraving 186 years old, not a simple reproduction: Pepper Plant • Edition: in 1839 • Size: 18 x 28.5 cm • Artist: Adolphe Fries • Hand-coloured at the time with the utmost care on elegant, light cream vintage paper • Condition: good condition, with minor defects inherent to age, binding, and the nature of the paper, particularly in the left margin. See also the photos The artist of the work is A. Fries, a 19th-century illustrator and painter-engraver, specialising in naturalistic plates (animals, plants, etc.) This engraving comes from a natural history dictionary published in 1839, an emblematic work of the great illustrated encyclopaedias of the 19th century. It reflects the high artistic and scientific standards sought by this work, where the accuracy of naturalistic observation is combined with a careful and elegant composition. Authentic and original, it testifies to the desire to disseminate knowledge through imagery while celebrating the beauty of the natural world. The book is a major reference in illustrated natural history. The Pepper Plant is an exotic shrub whose fragrant grains add a spicy touch to dishes around the world. Its graceful vines and lush foliage make it a plant as beautiful as it is useful. • Find all my lithographs and prints in my shop • Send me a message for any questions • Fast delivery and careful packaging for a risk-free reception • For bulk purchases, send me a message for a single shipping fee and to discuss a discount Reference: 28-1-592