Late 18th Century William Curtis Botanical Engravings, 1798, Pair in Custom Gilt Frames

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Offered is a beautiful pair of original hand-colored botanical engravings from the celebrated Curtis's Botanical Magazine, published in London by … Read more Offered is a beautiful pair of original hand-colored botanical engravings from the celebrated Curtis's Botanical Magazine, published in London by renowned botanist William Curtis (1746–1799).

Published in 1798, these late-Georgian engravings exemplify the marriage of scientific accuracy and artistic elegance that made Curtis's Botanical Magazine one of the most influential botanical publications in history. Each engraving is delicately hand-colored and retains its original publication line:
"Pub. by W. Curtis, St. Geo. Crescent"
Dated March 1798 and July 1798.

The prints are professionally presented in elegant gilt wood frames with decorative marbled French mats and multiple archival mat layers that beautifully complement the soft palette of the engravings.

Their restrained colors and refined presentation make them equally suited to traditional interiors, English country homes, libraries, studies, garden rooms, or contemporary spaces seeking historic character.

A wonderful opportunity to acquire an authentic late 18th-century pair from one of the most celebrated botanical publications ever produced.

Details:
Original hand-colored copperplate botanical engravings
William Curtis, Curtis's Botanical Magazine
London, 1798
Published by W. Curtis, St. George's Crescent
Professionally custom matted
Matching gilt wood frames
Sold as a pair

Frame:
17.75"H × 14"W each

Visible print:
8.5"H × 5"W each

Condition:
Very good antique condition consistent with over 225 years of age.
The engravings exhibit gentle age toning, scattered foxing, and light discoloration expected of original eighteenth-century works on paper. Frames show minor wear appropriate to age while presenting beautifully overall. Ready to hang.

Styles:
English
Georgian
Traditional
Botanical
Grandmillennial
English Country House

Materials:
Paper
Copperplate Engraving
Hand Coloring
Wood
Glass

Colors:
Cream • Sage Green • Gold • Blue • Soft Yellow See less