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An exceptional collection of nine original copper engravings by William Curtis, circa 1800, beautifully presented in custom handcrafted linen mats …
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An exceptional collection of nine original copper engravings by William Curtis, circa 1800, beautifully presented in custom handcrafted linen mats featuring hand-applied real gold leaf accents. Each engraving is professionally framed with a gilt wood frame with UV-filtering conservation glass.
Originally published in Curtis's celebrated Botanical Magazine, these finely detailed copper engravings are renowned for their scientific accuracy, delicate hand coloring, and enduring artistic appeal. Curtis's work remains among the most admired botanical illustrations ever produced, capturing the beauty of the natural world with remarkable precision.
Dimensions:
Individual framed size: 15" H × 12" W
Overall arrangement: approximately 37" H × 47" W
Top Row
Calendula (Pot Marigold) – Bright golden-orange daisy-like bloom
Gentian or Bellflower Family Species – Purple tubular flowers
Persicaria / Smartweed Family – Pink clustered blossoms with large broad leaves.
Middle Row
Lily-of-the-Valley Relative (Convallaria family) – Small bell-shaped flowers.
Orchid Species – Likely a tropical orchid
Hosta Lily / Plantain Lily – Lavender-blue flowers emerging above broad ribbed leaves.
Bottom Row
Hyacinth – Dense spike of purple flowers with strap-like leaves.
Evening Primrose (Oenothera) – Distinctive yellow four-petaled flower
Spider Flower (Cleome) – Pink flowers with long dramatic stamens radiating outward.
Condition
Excellent condition. Presented and ready to hang
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- Dimensions
- 12ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 15ʺH
- Styles
- English Traditional
- Art Subjects
- Botanic
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Artist
- William Curtis
- Brand
- William Curtis
- Designer
- William Curtis
- Styled After
- William Curtis
- Period
- Early 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Engraving
- Glass
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Antique White
- Condition Notes
- Excellent condition. Framed and ready to hang Excellent condition. Framed and ready to hang less
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