Original 1848 hand colored engraving of the Perennial Flax and Garden Rue that appeared in "The Ladies' Botany", a "familiar introduction to the study of the natural system of botany". The illustrations are by Miss Sarah Drake (1803-1857), one of the best known - and most prolific - botanical artists of her time.

One of the unique aspects of this series is the concept of "tribes" when classifying plants, instead of the more scientific classifications used in many botanical works of the day.

This is an original hand-colored Botanical print - not a reproduction. It is in excellent condition with no imperfections. Print is carefully packaged in an archival plastic sleeve with backing board, and shipped in a cardboard flat mailer with cardboard insert. Includes a certificate with additional information.

Multiple print purchases are combined into a single shipment. We will refund the excess shipping charge paid.

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: This is an original hand-colored Botanical engraving - not a reproduction. It is in excellent condition with no imperfections.

Origin:
United Kingdom

Materials & Techniques:
Paper

Details:
Frame Type: Unframed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Art Subjects: Botanic

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; This is an original hand-colored Botanical engraving - not a reproduction. It is in excellent condition with no imperfections.