4810 James Sowerby – Set of Six Botanical Engravings of Hardy Alpine and Hedgerow Species – English Botany (1790–1814)
This curated set of six antique botanical engravings by James Sowerby presents a diverse range of hardy alpine, field, and hedgerow species native to the British Isles. The featured plants include Lonicera xylosteum (Upright Honeysuckle), Draba muralis (Wall Whitlowgrass), Rumex digynus (Mountain Sorrel), Sibbaldia procumbens (Procumbent Sibbaldia), Galeopsis ladanum (Red Hemp-Nettle), and Euphorbia helioscopia (Sun Spurge). Each specimen is delicately hand-coloured and engraved with scientific precision, reflecting Sowerby’s commitment to accurate and accessible botanical documentation.
James Sowerby (1757–1822) was a leading figure in the development of natural history illustration in Britain. His magnum opus English Botany, created in collaboration with botanist James Edward Smith, contains over 2,500 plates and established a new standard in botanical publishing. These particular prints represent the wide ecological spectrum of British flora, from alpine meadows to stone walls and woodland edges.
Artist or Maker:
James Sowerby
Dimensions:
22.5 cm x 13.5 cm each
Medium:
Hand-Coloured Engraving
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.
| Värdering | 200 - 300 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 25% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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