Old engraving 1922, Prairie flora, wild plant, flower • Lithograph, Original plate

• magnificent historical engraving from 1922, on prairie flora, an analysis of the botanical diversity of prairies, highlighting wild plant species, their role in pollination and conservation of natural ecosystems • original document and not a simple reproduction • sheet size: 31 X 23 cm, ideal for framing • with more than 100 years of age, the state of conservation of this engraving is excellent • this piece is signed by jacques maurice dessertenne (1867-1962), a renowned french painter and illustrator, specializing in anatomical, botanical and zoological plates. • lithograph taken from an old larousse encyclopedia in french, a true time capsule that mixes the information and aesthetics of its time. • the sheet is a high quality vellum paper, in an elegant creamy white, which gives this print an unrivaled vintage charm. • other similar engravings: see my store or send me a message if you are looking for particular subjects, I offer a large number of subjects • for the purchase of several engravings please contact me to agree on a reduction.

Ref. : ZUT4XX7S