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Curtis’s Botanical Magazine
Hand-colored engravings from Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, meticulously crafted between 1790 and 1850, are available for sale. These botanical illustrations are not only cherished historical artifacts but also coveted collectibles for enthusiasts of botanical art and natural history. These exquisite pieces, offering glimpses into the botanical wonders of past centuries, are often sought after by collectors, decorators, and individuals with a passion for botany and art.
Each engraving tells a unique story, depicting plant specimens discovered and documented by botanists and explorers during a time of great scientific exploration and discovery. Whether one is drawn to the delicate beauty of a particular flower or the historical significance of a botanical illustration, owning a hand-colored engraving from Curtis’s Botanical Magazine is a way to connect with the rich tapestry of botanical knowledge and discovery that has shaped our understanding of the natural world.
Owning a hand-colored engraving from Curtis’s Botanical Magazine is like possessing a piece of botanical history, a tangible link to the pioneering efforts of botanists and illustrators who sought to document and understand the world’s plant diversity. Each engraving is a testament to the enduring beauty and fascination of the plant kingdom, as well as the skill and dedication of those who sought to capture it on paper for posterity.
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Plate 2810 Bristly-leaved Corchorus, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00
Plate 2810 Bristly-leaved Corchorus, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00Original hand-colored antique botanical engraving from Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, or Flower-Garden Displayed, published in 1828. Created by botanist William Jackson Hooker, this botanical illustration is from one of the world’s longest-running natural history publications.
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Plate 2823 Serrated-leaved Octomeria, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00
Plate 2823 Serrated-leaved Octomeria, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00Original hand-colored antique botanical engraving from Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, or Flower-Garden Displayed, published in 1828. Created by botanist William Jackson Hooker, this botanical illustration is from one of the world’s longest-running natural history publications.
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Plate 2836 Lance-leaved Chaetogastra, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00
Plate 2836 Lance-leaved Chaetogastra, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00Original hand-colored antique botanical engraving from Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, or Flower-Garden Displayed, published in 1828. Created by botanist William Jackson Hooker, this botanical illustration is from one of the world’s longest-running natural history publications.
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Plate 2837 Glaucous-leaved Tobacco, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00
Plate 2837 Glaucous-leaved Tobacco, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00Original hand-colored antique botanical engraving from Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, or Flower-Garden Displayed, published in 1828. Created by botanist William Jackson Hooker, this botanical illustration is from one of the world’s longest-running natural history publications.
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Plate 2840 Bell-flowered Hedyotis, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00
Plate 2840 Bell-flowered Hedyotis, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00Original hand-colored antique botanical engraving from Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, or Flower-Garden Displayed, published in 1828. Created by botanist William Jackson Hooker, this botanical illustration is from one of the world’s longest-running natural history publications.
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Plate 2845 Square-stalked Justicia, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00
Plate 2845 Square-stalked Justicia, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00Original hand-colored antique botanical engraving from Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, or Flower-Garden Displayed, published in 1828. Created by botanist William Jackson Hooker, this botanical illustration is from one of the world’s longest-running natural history publications.
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Plate 2858 Three-flowered Sieversia, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00
Plate 2858 Three-flowered Sieversia, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00Original hand-colored antique botanical engraving from Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, or Flower-Garden Displayed, published in 1828. Created by botanist William Jackson Hooker, this botanical illustration is from one of the world’s longest-running natural history publications.
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Plate 2867 Drooping-flowered Desmodium, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00
Plate 2867 Drooping-flowered Desmodium, Curtis Botanical Magazine 1828 antique engraving
Price range: $22.50 through $270.00Original hand-colored antique botanical engraving from Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, or Flower-Garden Displayed, published in 1828. Created by botanist William Jackson Hooker, this botanical illustration is from one of the world’s longest-running natural history publications.
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Each engraving in Curtis’s Botanical Magazine is a masterpiece of precision and artistry, meticulously hand-colored to bring out the subtle nuances of each plant specimen. These images served not only to delight the eyes but also to educate and inspire generations of botanists, naturalists, and garden enthusiasts.
Beyond their aesthetic appeal, the engravings in Curtis’s Botanical Magazine are valuable historical documents, chronicling the botanical wonders encountered by explorers and naturalists during a time of burgeoning scientific discovery. They capture the spirit of curiosity and discovery that characterized the Age of Enlightenment, when the natural world was viewed with a sense of wonder and awe.
While original hand-colored engravings from Curtis’s Botanical Magazine are rare and highly prized, they do occasionally become available for sale through reputable antique dealers, auction houses, and specialized botanical art galleries. Acquiring one of these engravings allows one to own a tangible piece of botanical history, a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship and artistic vision of the era.