Botanical plate 1899 - Marsh plants by A. Pratt. Wild decor.

Authentic illustration from 1899 (127 years ago!). This is not a modern reproduction, but an old engraving. Subject: Marsh Plants. Artist: Anne Pratt. Size: 15 X 24 cm. Edition: around 1889. Paper of elegant and vintage ivory white. Condition: Good overall condition, slight signs of aging on the paper, well-preserved colors. Anne Pratt (1806 – 1893) was a brilliant English botanical illustrator, whose bright and detailed works ignited a passion for flowers in her Victorian audience. Her books beautifully united science, art, and the wonder of nature. This lithograph belongs to a collection of botanical plates from the 19th century, published around 1899, in a major work by Anne Pratt dedicated to British flora. It finely illustrates the artistic and scientific craftsmanship of the time, blending naturalistic precision with decorative elegance. Authentic and original, this plate reflects the richness of botanical knowledge and the growing interest in nature in the 19th century. This botanical plate depicts six species of aquatic plants with long, slender stems and fine, ribbon-like leaves, in delicate shades of green mixed with rosy touches. The dynamic and graphic composition elegantly evokes the underwater world, highlighting the diversity of seagrasses and wetland plants. Secure shipping: Rigid protection to ensure condition upon arrival. Bulk purchase: Possible discounts for buying multiple plates. Contact me to optimize shipping costs. More choices in my shop - Browse my other lithographs and prints for more botany and zoology. Reference: 114-IV-243.