Botanical Illustrations

Vintage engravings and photographs of delicate plants and flowers, showcasing fine details and the beauty of botanical art.

Oldenlandia biflora Linnaeus, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Libertia grandiflora (Banks & Solander ex R. Brown) Sweet prints, copper engravings, line engravings

Thryptomene oligandra F. Mueller prints, copper engravings, line engravings

Leaf of a Plant. William Henry Fox Talbot (English, 1800 - 1877)

Oldenlandia biflora Linnaeus, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Branch of an astilbe, c. 1900 - c. 1930 photograph Netherlands photographic support

Earina mucronata Lindley, 1895, United Kingdom, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

315. Daphne mezereum, daphne

Flowers with Doorns, Anton Weiss, 1836 print Part of a cover with a series of forty -one lithographs of flowers and fruit. Amsterdam paper flowers

Rorippa gigantea (Hooker f.) Garnock-Jones prints, copper engravings, line engravings

279. Gentiana quinquefolia, five-flowered or five-fingered gentian

Comesperma secundum Banks & Solander ex de Candolle, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Kersenboom, Pieter Dupont, 1896 print paper trees: cherry-tree

Forbs and Wildflowers - B. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Velleia paradoxa R. Brown, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Gynura pseudochina (Linnaeus) de Candolle prints, copper engravings, line engravings

Callistemon citrinus (Curtis) Skeels, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Hypericum gramineum G. Forster, 1895, United Kingdom, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Smooth meadow-grass, Poa pratensis. Handcoloured botanical drawn and engraved by Pierre Bulliard from his own "Flora Parisiensis," 1776, Paris, P.F. Didot. Pierre Bulliard (1752-1793 was a famous French botanist who pioneered the three-colour-plate printing technique. His introduction to the flowers of Paris included 640 plants.

Lily. .

Tetrapterys phlomoides (Sprengel) Niedenzu in Engler, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Beyeria tristigma F. Mueller, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Illustrations of the genus Carex London, William Pamplin, 1858-1867 Carex, identification, pictorial works, sedge, The composition features a botanical illustration of various plants belonging to the genus 'Schoenoplectus,' commonly known as bulrushes. Prominent in the center are tall, slender stems adorned with tufted flower spikes, showcasing their distinctive inflorescences. Surrounding the central plants are detailed depictions of various parts of the plant, including seed heads and leaves, rendered in intricate detail. The arrangement highlights the diversity within the species, with varying shapes and sizes that emphasize the botanical features. This illustration serves as an educational reference, capturing the essence and structure of bulrushes in a precise and artistic manner.

Rubus australis G. Forster, 1895, United Kingdom, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Flora Azorica Bonnae Apud A. Marcum 1844 plants botany catalogs Azores herbarium botanical illustration, The composition features a detailed botanical illustration showcasing various types of plants, likely grasses. It highlights a tall, grass-like plant with slender, elongated leaves and an inflorescence at the top. Accompanying the main illustration are smaller depictions labeled with numbers, presenting close-up views of seed heads and flower structures. The illustration emphasizes the distinct characteristics of each part, offering insights into the anatomy of the plants. The intricate lines and shading provide a clear representation of the textures and forms, reflecting the artist's attention to detail in botanical studies.

204. Echinocystis lobata, balsam-apple, mock apple

Grasses - F. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Bamboo and Orchidee, Anonymous, c. 1600 - c. 1625 Leaf from `ten bamboo hall`. China paper Leaf from `ten bamboo hall`. China paper

Xylocarpus granatum Koenig prints, copper engravings, line engravings

Microseris scapigera (Solander ex Cunningham) Schultz-Bipontinus prints, copper engravings, line engravings

Boom fern, Adrianus Johannes Bik, c. 1816 - c. 1846 drawing Java paper. ink. pencil brush

Ehret, Georg Dionys, Warmond, Wandelaar, Jan, Dalea. Hort. Cliff. 363. sp. 1, Dalea alopecuroides, Marked at the top right: TAB: XXII., print, picture, book illustration, prints, pictures, height 292 mm, width 223 mm, Northern Dutch, 1690-04-14 - 1759-03-26, print maker, printmaker, 1738 - 1738, paper, papier, etching, letterpress printing, book printing, 1710-09-09 - 1770-09-09, intermediary draughtsman

Ceylon/Fern.

Botanical print by Sydenham Teast Edwards 1768 - 1819, Sydenham Edwards was a natural history illustrator, British, UK, colour lithograph, botanical artist. From the Liszt Masterpieces of Botanical Illustration Collection.

Taraxacum gilliesii Hooker & Arnott, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

James David Smillie, Sweet Peas, 1891 Sweet Peas

Botanical Study of a Lily Indian. Botanical Study of a Lily, ca. 1800. Watercolor on laid English paper, sheet: 21 3/8 x 15 3/16 in. (54.3 x 38.6 cm). Asian Art ca. 1800

Histoire naturelle des Iles Canaries, Paris, Bethune, editeur, 1836-1850, botany, canary islands, natural history, pictorial works, plants, stems, leaves, flowers, This illustration features a botanical study of a plant from the Composite family, showcasing its intricate details. Prominently displayed are the leaves, characterized by their jagged edges and prominent veins, positioned to cradle the central flowering stem. The plant is adorned with several budding flowers, each illustrated with precision to highlight their unique shapes and structures. Near the base and along the side, the drawing presents additional elements such as the flower calyx and various stages of bloom, revealing the complexity and beauty of this botanical specimen. The overall composition emphasizes both form and function, inviting a deeper appreciation for the plant's role in its ecosystem.

Forest Diseases - Oregon. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Luigi Balugani, 1737-1770, Italian, Cyperus papyrus L. (Papyrus Sedge): finished drawing of steam and flowering head, with details of inflorescence left and right, undated. Watercolor, gouache, and graphite on medium, slightly textured, cream laid paper.

Photogram of a boating (adder tongue, Ophioglopum Vulgatum); Ophioglopum Vulgatum.

Tree Identification - White Cedar. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Floating study of Ga Thoma, Hans (1839-1924); 1897 (1880-00-00-1900-00-00);Schlesisches Museum der Bildenen Künste (Wrocław - 1880-1945) - collection, flowers, plants

Tea blossom. A branch of a tea bush in bloom.

Tree Flowers - Female. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Illustrations of the genus Carex, London, William Pamplin, 1858-1867, carex, identification, pictorial works, sedge, The illustration features various stages and parts of a plant known as E. vulgare (commonly referred to as a type of grass). The central focus displays the plant's tufted base with elongated green stems extending upward, showcasing delicate, feathery flower spikes at the tips. Surrounding the main plant, detailed depictions of the flower structures and seed heads are presented, highlighting their shape and texture. The composition emphasizes the intricate features of the grass, including the slender leaves and the arrangement of the flowers, providing a comprehensive view of its botanical characteristics.

Thysanotus banksii R. Brown, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Pressed and mounted fern specimen: Adiantum hispidulum, circa 1875, Auckland, by Thomas Cranwell.

Plant study; Prime forms of art. Facher enlargement. Afkomsig uit losbladige Uitgave.

Polesiphoonia Elngata; Toworch. .

Given the meat, Anna Atkins, c. 1843 - c. 1853 photograph United Kingdom photographic support cyanotype algae, seaweed

Illustrations, of, the, genus, Carex London, William Pamplin 1858-1867 carex identification pictorial works sedge, A delicate illustration featuring a cluster of slender grass-like plants, characterized by elongated, arching leaves and feathery flower heads. The composition showcases the intricate details of the foliage and floral structures, with varying line thicknesses creating a sense of depth and movement. Below the plants, a name is elegantly inscribed, adding to the botanical study aesthetic of the depiction. The overall design emphasizes the natural beauty and complexity of the flora.

Illustrations of the genus Carex, London, William Pamplin, 1858-1867, Carex, identification, pictorial works, sedge, A detailed botanical illustration showcasing various elements of a plant species characterized by long, slender leaves and distinctive flowering spikes. The illustration highlights the intricate details of the plant's structure, including the arrangement of its grass-like blades and the elongated inflorescences at the top. Alongside the main plant, several smaller depictions of seeds or flower parts are presented at the bottom, providing a comprehensive view of the plants reproductive features. The overall composition reflects a scientific approach to plant identification and classification, emphasizing the beauty of botanical forms.

Plant Study, 1928 photograph Fach enlargement. Afkomstig uit losblady uitgave. Berlin paper. ink plants (in general)

A Fern. William Henry Fox Talbot (English, 1800 - 1877)

Ipomoea indica (Burman f.) Merrill prints, copper engravings, line engravings

Tree Identification - Sequoia. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

A plant, possibly cudweed (Gnaphalium): entire flowering plant. Watercolour.

Throat, covered with lichens. .

Illustrations of the genus Carex London William Pamplin 1858-1867 carex identification pictorial works sedge, The illustration features the plant species Carex gracilis, showcasing its slender, elongated stems with clusters of flowering spikes at the top. Surrounding the central depiction are detailed studies of various parts of the plant, including leaves and seed heads, rendered in varying sizes and orientations. The intricate line work highlights the texture and characteristics of each element, providing a comprehensive botanical representation that emphasizes the species' morphology.

Dodonaea polyandra Merrill & Perry, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Olive Branch. Frederick H. Hollyer (English, 1837 - 1933)

Illustrations of the genus Carex, London, William Pamplin, 1858-1867, carex, identification, pictorial works, sedge, The illustration features a botanical study of the plant species known as Carex hirta (commonly referred to as hairy sedge). It showcases various stages and parts of the plant, including elongated stems and cluster-like flower spikes at the top. Below the stems, several bulbous structures are depicted, representing underground parts such as tubers or bulbs. The detailed rendering emphasizes the textures and forms of the plants anatomy, illustrating both mature and budding elements. This natural depiction serves as an informative guide for identification and study in the field of botany.

Australian fuchsia (Correa rufa): flowering stem with floral segments. Engraving, c.1800, after P. J. Redouté.

JapanSE Lelie, Kazumasa Ogawa, C. 1890 -In or Before 1895 photomechanical print paper collotype flowers: lily

Escallonia serrata Smith, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Illustrations of the genus Carex London William Pamplin 1858-1867 Carex Identification Pictorial works Sedge, This illustration showcases a detailed botanical study of the plant species *C. villosus*, featuring two prominent grass specimens with elongated, slender leaves and flowering heads characterized by tufted spikes. The depiction includes an array of seed structures at the bottom, illustrating various stages of development and seed morphology. Moreover, two distinct leaf shapes are presented alongside the plants, enhancing the educational value of the representation and highlighting the intricate details of this specific flora.

Forbs and Wildflowers - S. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Plant Study, 1928 photograph Fach enlargement. Afkomstig uit losblady uitgave. Berlin paper. ink plants (in general)

Other Plants: Grasses. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Faces with lemons, laurel branches and edelweiss. .

363. Prunus pennsylvanica, wild red, bird, fire or pin cherry

Heliophyllum colensoi Hook.f. (now known as Phyllachne colensoi (Hook.f.) Berggr.), circa 1865, New Zealand, by John Buchanan. Acquisition history unknown.

Needle tree, Kees Stoop, 1944 - c. 1990 print Power tree between deciduous trees. paper etching trees

136. Saponaria officinalis, bouncing bet, hedge pink, soapwort

186. Pycnanthemum virginianum, lance-leaved mountain mint

Amsterdam, Daiwaille, Jean Augustin, Weiss, Anton, Flowers, Two flowers, print, prints, height 209 mm, width 248 mm, Austrian, 1801-02-07 - 1851-01-31, print maker, printmaker, 1820 - 1833, paper, papier, lithografie (techniek), 1786-08-06 - 1850-04-11, printer, drukker

Tree Identification - Willow: Black. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

sketch of willow tree training drawing in suibokuga style with watercolor paints - sketch of willow tree on ivory colored paper ,property released Copyright: xZoonar.com/ValeryxVoennyyx 11038757 ,model released, Symbolfoto ,property released

Ornaments with flowers. Leaf 17 Recto from a sketchbook with 29 sheets.

Dendrobium discolor Lindley, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Les Fleurs. Tony Boussenot (French, active 1870s )

Grasses - M. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Tree Flowers - General. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

BOOK CYPERACEAS-SHEET 168. Author: CELESTINO MUTIS (1732-1808). Location: JARDIN BOTANICO-DIBUJOS. MADRID. SPAIN.

Rhodomenia bifida = Rhodymenia bifida, Anna Atkins, c. 1843 - c. 1853 photograph United Kingdom photographic support cyanotype algae, seaweed

Phyllanthus dallachyanus Bentham, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Kale boom.Bald tree. Leaf 5 Verso from a sketchbook with 58 sheets.

Plant study. .

Smooth Horsetail (Equisetum limosum), William Catto (Aberdeen, Scotland, 1843 - 1927)

Pittosporum tenuifolium Banks & Solander ex Gaertner prints, copper engravings, line engravings

Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris): flowering stem. Watercolour.

Siewert Georg, Floral Ornaments (1888): View of a sheet. Pencil on paper, 35.1 x 27.1 cm (including scan edges) Siewert Georg : Florale Ornamente

Cyperus papyrus L. (Papyrus Sedge): finished drawing of inflorescence, James Bruce, 1730-1794, British, undated, Watercolor and gouache over graphite on medium, slightly textured, cream laid paper, Sheet: 20 3/4 × 14 inches (52.7 × 35.6 cm)

Forbs and Wildflowers - S. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Tree Flowers - General. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Eustrephus latifolius R. Brown ex Sims var. angustifolius (R. Brown) Bentham, by Sydney Parkinson. Gift of the British Museum, 1895.

Tree Identification - Red Cedar. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Tree Identification - Oak: Bur. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Tree Identification - Birch. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

Injured Trees: General. Photographs Relating to National Forests, Resource Management Practices, Personnel, and Cultural and Economic History

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