Elder Books and Collectables

Description

Pair of Antique Botanical Engravings

The Honeysuckle & the Poppy

By William Curtis

Both Engravings Are From the Flora Londinensis,

[plants That Grow Wild in the Environs of London]

Published in 1777

An Original Pair of 18th Century Copper Engravings by William Curtis, Glass to Both Sides of Frames With the Original Text Explanation Page to Rear on Each Engraving, Both With Hand Colouring & Matching Modern Frames, One Frame is Slightly Taller in Size

Frames Measures Approx 24 X 17 Inches, Engravings Approx 17.5 X 10.5 Inches

Few Very Minor Marks to Engravings, Small Stain to Corner of Rear of the Poppy, Glass to Rear of the Honeysuckle Cracked but Holding Firm.

Overall Both Are in Very Good Condition With No Major Faults.

Please Note That Some Reflections Present in Images Are From the Picture Glass