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Original antique color print of Antirrhinum or Snap Dragons
Drawn & lithographed by Samuel Holden for, " Sir Joseph Paxton's …
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Original antique color print of Antirrhinum or Snap Dragons
Drawn & lithographed by Samuel Holden for, " Sir Joseph Paxton's Magazine of Botany"
published by Orr & Smith circa 1840.
Presented in an elaborate French matte with marble paper and color lines and contemporary gold finish frame. Overall framed size 17 x 21".
These fine, vibrant engravings are highly desirable.
Credited within the plate.Accompanying the print are associated botanical notes.
An illustrious English horticulturist, Joseph Paxton was born in 1801. Without formal education, his dedication to horticulture eventually earned him a seat in the House of Commons and a knighthood. His Magazine of Botany series, published in 16 volumes from 1834-1849 have become highly prized for their brilliant colors and the outstanding beauty of the plants illustrated.With engravings or lithographs from
drawings by F.W. Smith & S. Holden
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- Dimensions
- 17ʺW × 1ʺD × 21ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Botanic
- Still Life
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Lithograph
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Very good antique condition minor imperfections commensurate of age. Very good antique condition minor imperfections commensurate of age. less
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