138 James Sowerby (1757–1822) – Set of 4 Hand-Coloured Botanical Engravings – Inula Dysenterica, Bidens Cernua, Senecio Jacobaea, Senecio Aquaticus
This exquisite set of four original hand-coloured engravings features Inula Dysenterica (Common Fleabane), Bidens Cernua (Nodding Beggarticks), Senecio Jacobaea (Common Ragwort), and Senecio Aquaticus. These prints are taken from James Sowerby’s seminal botanical work English Botany or, Coloured Figures of British Plants, with their Essential Characters, Synonyms and Places of Growth, published by J. Davis in London between 1790 and 1814. The first edition of this extensively illustrated series is highly regarded for its scientific accuracy, delicate artistry, and detailed representation of British flora.
James Sowerby was an English naturalist and botanical illustrator celebrated for his prolific and precise plant illustrations. His contributions to English Botany significantly advanced the scientific understanding and popular appreciation of British plants, making botanical knowledge more accessible to both scholars and the public.
Artist or Maker:
James Sowerby
Dimensions:
22.5 cm x 13.5 cm (each)
Medium:
Hand-Coloured Engravings
Date:
1790–1814
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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