Vintage Trowbridge Custom Framed Botanical Print “Cosmanthus Grandiflorus” After Louis Van Houtte (1810–1876)

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This elegant vintage botanical print by Trowbridge features “Cosmanthus grandiflorus,” after the work of celebrated 19th century Belgian botanist and … Read more This elegant vintage botanical print by Trowbridge features “Cosmanthus grandiflorus,” after the work of celebrated 19th century Belgian botanist and horticultural illustrator Louis van Houtte. Van Houtte’s botanical studies are admired for their combination of scientific accuracy and artistic beauty, and this example has a particularly delicate and refined composition. The soft lavender blooms and vivid green foliage create a gentle color palette that feels fresh, timeless, and highly decorative.

The print is presented in a striking custom frame that feels very reminiscent of Hollywood Regency style, with mirrored panels layered over a silver painted wood surround that adds depth, glamour, and sophistication to the presentation. The reflective frame pairs beautifully with the restrained botanical subject matter, creating an appealing contrast between classical floral illustration and more dramatic mid-century inspired styling. The layered neutral matting further enhances the composition and gives the artwork a polished gallery-like presentation.

The artwork is in nice vintage condition, with wear consistent with age and normal use. The mirrored and silvered frame shows light surface wear and minor imperfections as expected with a vintage piece, but overall it presents beautifully and has a sophisticated decorative presence. It would work wonderfully in a bedroom, hallway, powder room, or grouped together with other botanical prints for a curated wall arrangement. 18h x 15w x 1d See less