
Description
This unique antique botanical print is from the "Dictionary of Natural History and Phenomena" authored by the French entomologist Felix Guerin (1799-1874). It was published in the early 1800s. What makes this series noteworthy is that the natural history subjects are organized alphabetically not by major categories (e.g. Botany, Insects, etc). This leads to some interesting combinations on the prints – Plants and Insects, Herbs and Fish, etc. Many of the subjects are presented in a natural setting.
Shown on this print is the Plocama, a flowering plant aka the "Stinking Madder". It measures 7 x 10 inches and is in excellent condition.
This is an original antique hand colored engraving – not a reproduction. It is carefully packaged in an archival plastic sleeve with backing board, and shipped in a cardboard flat mailer with cardboard insert. "Do Not Bend" labels are affixed to the front and back of the mailer.
Multiple print purchases are combined into a single shipment which can reduce the total shipping charge.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: This is an original antique natural history print - not a reproduction. It is in excellent condition with no imperfections.
Dimensions:
Height: 10 in.
Width: 7 in.
Depth: 0.1 in.
Category: Original Prints
Origin: France
Materials: Paper
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $5.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No International Shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Valleyford, WA
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Shown on this print is the Plocama, a flowering plant aka the "Stinking Madder". It measures 7 x 10 inches and is in excellent condition.
This is an original antique hand colored engraving – not a reproduction. It is carefully packaged in an archival plastic sleeve with backing board, and shipped in a cardboard flat mailer with cardboard insert. "Do Not Bend" labels are affixed to the front and back of the mailer.
Multiple print purchases are combined into a single shipment which can reduce the total shipping charge.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: This is an original antique natural history print - not a reproduction. It is in excellent condition with no imperfections.
Dimensions:
Height: 10 in.
Width: 7 in.
Depth: 0.1 in.
Category: Original Prints
Origin: France
Materials: Paper
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; This is an original antique natural history print - not a reproduction. It is in excellent condition with no imperfections.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Plocama Botanical Print, Antique Natural History Print, 1830s, France, Original Hand Colored Engravi
Estimate $30-$60
Starting Price
$30
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Feb 20, 2026 7:00 PM ESTNew York, NY, United States
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