Tropical Botanical Engravings by William Curtis, 1856 (Set of 4)

Description

Set of 4 original copper engraving tropical botanicals by William Curtis. Unframed. Dimensions: 6" x 9.5" each print, 20" x 26" set of 4. Excellent condition.

Curtis began publishing the *Botanical Magazine: Plants of the Royal Gardens* at Lovell Reeve in London in 1856. He started creating botanical illustrations in 1787 and continued this work almost without interruption for 160 years. The plates are renowned for their fine detail and delicate hand coloring, reflecting a time when detailed botanical illustrations were often the only way to record and understand the vast diversity of plant life.

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent condition

Dimensions:
Height: 9.5 in.
Width: 6 in.
Depth: 1 in.

Category: Original Prints
Origin: United Kingdom
Materials: Engraving
Creator: Brand: William Curtis; Artist: William Curtis; Designer: William Curtis; Styled After: William Curtis

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent condition

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Tropical Botanical Engravings by William Curtis, 1856 (Set of 4)

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