Rare Antique John Curtis Botanical & Insect Engravings, C. 1825, Three Prints

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A rare grouping of original hand-colored engravings from John Curtis’s celebrated British Entomology, dating to circa 1825. Published in London, … Read more A rare grouping of original hand-colored engravings from John Curtis’s celebrated British Entomology, dating to circa 1825. Published in London, these early nineteenth-century illustrations bring together carefully observed botanical specimens and insects, with finely engraved anatomical studies that reflect the precision and curiosity of the period.

Every print is accompanied by its original descriptive text, preserving the historical context of the illustration and offering a fuller appreciation of Curtis’s work. This pairing of image and original text gives the group particular appeal to collectors of botanical art, entomology, and illustrated natural-history books.

Elegant in composition and rich in detail, these works unite scientific purpose with decorative beauty. Displayed together, they make a distinctive collection for a library, study, garden room, or thoughtfully layered interior.

Quantity: Prints

Artist and Author: John Curtis (1791–1862)

Publication: British Entomology

Date: c. 1825

Origin: London, England

Medium: Hand-colored engravings on paper

Dimensions: 5.75 × 9 inches each

Original descriptive text: Included with every print

Subject: Botanical and entomological illustrations with anatomical details

Condition: Age-related paper toning and edge wear; please review photographs for individual condition

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All framed pieces are professionally matted with equal-width matting on all four sides, and the artwork is centered within the mat opening. Variations in photography, lighting, and display formatting may make the proportions appear different than they are in person.

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