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DR. ROBERT JOHN THORNTON (British, 1768-1837): Indian Reed color lithograph h. 20 w. 14-1/4 in., plate overall: 28 x 22-1/2 in., framed botanic scientific illustration, "London, published by Dr. Thornton, 1804"; labeled lower right "Caldwall Sculp

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Harold Thornton (1892-1958) Etching titled Wind in the Trees: Harold Thornton (British 1892-1958) Etching titled Wind in the Trees (Yorkshire Wolds).Pencil signed and titled on the bottom of the sheet.Plate mark Sight measure 8 1/4 inches wide by 12 inches long.

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THORNTON, Robert J. (1768-1837).
The American Cowslip.
Aquatint, mezzotint stiple, line engraving with original hand color.
From the Temple of Flora; Or Garden of Natue.
London, 1799-1807.
21" x 16" visible, 32 1/2" x 27 1/2" framed.

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Thornton, The American Cowslip

Name: Thornton, The American Cowslip
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