Description: Original antique hand-colored botanical print or book plate from Sowerby's English Botany. Original antique hand-colored engraving botanical printBotanical illustration by James Sowerby, F.L.S. G.S., &c.First edition print from 1838Approximately 5 1/4 x 8 1/4 inchesPaper is blank on the back, has strong plate mark and has the natural binding edgePrints of this age show expected signs of age - like darkening around the edges, some staining and light foxing (see photo for actual condition). The colors remain vibrant and the paper stable.Arrives in archival sleeve with mat board for archival storageOnly one availableShips next business day ArtistJames Sowerby, F.L.S. (21 March 1757 – 25 October 1822) was an English botanist. Published works, such as A Specimen of the Botany of New Holland or English Botany, include his detailed and appealing plates. The use of vivid colour and accessible texts were intended to reach a widening audience in works of natural history. ConditionEach antique print is ready for framing and arrives with an archival acid-free 2-ply board and in a poly sleeve suitable for archival storage. Being that this paper is nearly 200 years old, it is in very good condition. The original hand-painted colors remain vibrant and stable. The paper is lightweight, strong and not brittle. The reverse side of the print is blank. Please look at the photos carefully, including cropped detail photos, which will show you more than you can see with your eyes alone. All items are stored in a smoke-free and pet-free home. The DetailsThis listing is for one antique print. The print you see in the first photo is the print you are buying. Any additional photos are to help you authenticate the edition of the antique print you are buying. Payment & DiscountsPayment is expected immediately when choosing Buy-It-Now or accepting an Offer. When purchasing 4 or more prints, you will save $15. These discounts only apply to orders shipping to the same location and on the same date. Add your items to the cart before buying. Items on sale are also available for the deal “Buy 4 Save $15” discount. This discount is NOT available to items in which an offer has been accepted or made. ShippingYour item will be shipped within 1 business day (Monday - Friday) of payment via USPS First Class Mail, which usually takes 2-6 days in the continental United States. All prints are packaged with great care using study materials made of recycled and/or re-used materials. Combined shipping is available for international orders. Please message me with any questions. Thank you for viewing and check back often for new listings. KimSummer WeedsNature-Inspired Artwork
Price: 14 USD
Location: Chicago, Illinois
End Time: 2024-09-16T23:23:37.000Z
Shipping Cost: 2 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Artist: James Sowerby
Unit of Sale: Single-Piece Work
Art: Antique Print
Originality: Original
Size: Small (up to 12in.)
Date of Creation: 1800-1899
Item Length: 0
Framing: Unframed
Region of Origin: Great Britain, United Kingdom
Size Type/Largest Dimension: Small (Up to 14in.)
Personalize: No
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Framed/Unframed: Unframed
Year of Production: 1838
Width (Inches): 5 1/4
Item Height: 9 1/4 inches
Style: Illustration Art
Features: Archival Poly Sleeve
Culture: Natural History
Item Width: 5 3/4 inches
Print Type: Engraving
Time Period Produced: 1800-1849
Signed: No
Color: Pink
Addition Print Information: Hand-colored Engraving
Material: Paper, Archival Poly Sleeve
Certificate of Authenticity (COA): No
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Subject: Botanical, Flowers, Plants, Herbs, Moss
Print Surface: Paper
California Prop 65 Warning: None
Type: Print
Medium: Engraving
Height (Inches): 8 1/4
Original/Reproduction: Original Print
Theme: Art, Natural History, Nature
Production Technique: Hand-colored Engraving