Early original hand-colored botanical engraving titled “Passion Flower of Jamaica,” published July 5, 1800 by Harrison, Cluse & Co., Fleet Street, London. This engraving appears to originate from the English publication The Naturalist’s Pocket Magazine issued around 1800.

The engraving depicts the exotic Passion Flower of Jamaica identified in the accompanying text as Passiflora Elata of Linnaeus. Beautiful late Georgian-era copperplate engraving with original period hand coloring. Includes the original descriptive text page from the publication.

A wonderful small antique botanical suitable for framing, study, or inclusion in a collection of early natural history engravings and tropical botanical prints.

Condition is consistent with age and includes foxing, toning, edge wear, and binding remnants to the text page. Please review photos carefully for overall condition and measurements.

Approximate size is about 5 inches tall.

Great piece of early 19th century botanical ephemera with strong decorative appea