This is a rare hand-colored botanical lithograph published by S. Curtis in September 1833. The print features a detailed illustration of an orchid plant, identified as a botanical art print from the renowned Curtis's Botanical Magazine. The print is preservation mounted on archival fabric, ensuring its longevity and historical integrity. It showcases vibrant colors, characteristic of hand-colored botanical illustrations from the 19th century. The print is plate-signed "W.L.B. del" for the delineator and "Swain Sc" for the engraver.
This listing includes one loose botanical art print, preserved within a clear plastic sleeve. The print itself is a beautiful example of early 19th-century scientific illustration and fine art, making it a wonderful piece for collectors of antique prints, botanical art, or vintage home decor. It is an ideal piece for framing to enhance any wall art collection.
Verified Specifications: Artist: W.L.B. del / Swain Sc (for Curtis's Botanical Magazine) Title: Botanical (Orchid) Item Type: Lithograph Substrate/Material: Paper, Archival Fabric Orientation: Portrait Color Palette: Vibrant Signature: Plate-Signed Edition: Open Edition Framing: Unframed/Loose Sheet Included Components: 1x Loose Print in plastic sleeve Publisher Mark: Pub by S. Curtis Glazenwood Essex Sept 1833 Year of Production: 1833 Features: Hand-Colored, Preservation Mounted