Botanical engraving from 1897 - Phyllocactus - Old flower plate by O.Cassas

Discover this magnificent and rare botanical engraving dating from 1897, featuring phyllocactus. 🌿 this is an authentic copy, over 120 years old, and not a recent reproduction. The illustration is a beautiful size of 20 X 29 cm, large enough to see all the details and will look stunning if you decide to frame it. 🌿 the condition, although vintage, is very good. This chromo-lithograph of haunting accuracy and beauty transmits the natural tones of the leaves and the flower. 🌿 this original board with its beautiful patina, sold without frame, is signed by o.cassas, botanical illustrator. It is both informative and aesthetic, celebrating the beauty of the plant world 🌿 phyllocactus is an atypical cactus, standing out with its flat leaves rather than the traditional cactus spines. Native to arid regions, it stores water in its succulent tissues. Its vibrant flowers bloom from the leaf areoles, adding a splash of color to this unusual specimen. Ideal for succulent plant lovers, phyllocactus requires moderate watering and exposure to sunlight. 🌿 this old engraving comes from a work initially designed for horticulturists and nurserymen. It was published by octave doin in paris with the librairie agricole de la maison rustique and the grain merchant of vilmorin andrieux 🌿 the cardboard paper of this lithograph is cream, thus giving a retro charm to the whole. The back is blank. 🌿 in addition, I offer many other engravings from the same series, all distinct and old. Also explore my varied collection of illustrations and lithographs, including botanical and zoological ones from other series. 🌿 do not hesitate to contact me for more information or to consider a group purchase, thus benefiting from discounts and advantageous shipping costs. [ref. 019-dph.t4. Pl.52].