Historic Botanical Illustrations

Artistic depictions of various plants, showcasing historical botanical illustrations with vibrant colors and intricate details.

The scarlet oak, 1751, London, Printed for John Nourse

Eyebright, Euphrasia officinalis. Handcoloured stipple copperplate engraving by Lambert Junior from a drawing by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin from Chaumeton, Poiret et Chamberet's "La Flore Medicale," Paris, Panckoucke, 1830. Turpin (1775~1840) was one of the three giants of French botanical art of the era alongside Pierre Joseph Redoute and Pancrace Bessa.

Cowbane or water hemlock, Cicuta virosa. Handcoloured lithograph by Henry Sowerby from Edward Hamilton's Flora Homeopathica, Bailliere, London, 1852.

Four leaved all-seed, Polycarpon tetraphyllum. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Charles Mathews from William Baxter's "British Phaenogamous Botany" 1835. Scotsman William Baxter (1788-1871) was the curator of the Oxford Botanic Garden from 1813 to 1854.

Dragon's root (Dracunculus vulgaris) or other arum (Arum), Draecke root. / Bracontium. Serpentaria major / Serpentaire. (title on object), Arum, possibly dragon root. With a butterfly. Numbered top right: 306. Top left the name in six languages. Part of the fourth album with drawings of flowers and mushrooms. Eleventh of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II. With explanation in Dutch, Latin and French, flowers (ARUM), insects: butterfly, Anselmus Boetius de Boodt, 1596 - 1610, paper, watercolor (paint), deck paint, chalk, ink, pen, h 281 mm × w 162 mm

Mirteafamily (Myrtaceae) .MIRTE (probably). Unknown plant with white flowers and red pear-shaped berries. Numbered at the top right: 258. Part of the third album with drawings of flowers and plants. Tenth of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, made by Emperor Rudolf II. With explanation in Dutch, Latin and French.

The scarlet oak, 1751, London, Printed for John Nourse

Sea buckthorn, Hippophae rhamnoides. Handcoloured copperplate engraved by Charles Mathews from a drawing by Isaac Russell from William Baxter's "British Phaenogamous Botany," Oxford, 1841. Scotsman William Baxter (1788-1871) was the curator of the Oxford Botanic Garden from 1813 to 1854.

Red whortle-berry, Vaccinium vitis-idaea. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from a drawing by James Sowerby for Smith's "English Botany," London, 1799. Sowerby was a tireless illustrator of natural history books and illustrated books on botany, mycology, conchology and geology.

Butcher's broom, Ruscus aculeatus. Handcoloured lithograph from Diederich von Schlechtendal's German Flora (Flora von Deutschland), Jena, 1871.

Rill anemone, Anemone rivularis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards' Botanical Register, edited by John Lindley, London, Ridgeway, 1841.

Mirtefamilie (Myrtaceae), Anselmus Boëtius de Boodt, 1596 - 1610 drawing Mirte (probably). Unknown plant with white flowers and red pear -shaped berries. Numbered at the top right: 258. Part of the third album with drawings of flowers and plants. Tenth of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, made commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II. With explanation in Dutch, Latin and French. draughtsman: Praagdraughtsman: Delft paper. watercolor (paint). deck paint. chalk. ink brush / pen plants and herbs: myrtle

Croton tinctorium, Senecio elegans, and Dracocephalum Melissa. Dyers' crook carrier, purple ragwort and balm.. Handcolored copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration by J. Schaly from G. T. Wilhelm's "Unterhaltungen aus der Naturgeschichte" (Encyclopedia of Natural History), Vienna, 1817. Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm (1758-1811) was a Bavarian clergyman and naturalist in Augsburg, where the first edition was published.

Nieskruid (Helleborus). With a caterpillar. Numbered top right: 250. Top right the name Latin and Dutch. Part of the third album with drawings of flowers and plants. Tenth of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, commissioned by emperor Rudolf II. With explanation in Dutch, Latin and French, Nieskruid (Helleborus) Nies-root Vier Kruijd. / Elleborus niger. veratrum nigrum. / Ellebore Noir, draughtsman: Anselmus Boëtius de Boodt, draughtsman: Elias Verhulst, draughtsman: Praag, draughtsman: Delft, 1596 - 1610, paper, brush, pen, h 249 mm × w 159 mm

Asclepias fruticosa, a kind of kapok forest, with cross-sections through the fruit with loose seeds and two flowers, found near the northern Elephant River, Gomphocarpus fruticosus, formerly Asclepias fruticosa (Tennis-ball milkweed)., draughtsman: Robert Jacob Gordon, Aug-1778 - Jan-1780, paper, pen, brush, h 660 mm × w 480 mm, h 355 mm × w 226 mm

Unknown plant. Bol, stem and leaves of an unknown plant. Numbered at the top right: 284. Part of the third album with drawings of flowers and plants. Tenth of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, made by Emperor Rudolf II. With explanation in Dutch, Latin and French.

The, botanical, cabinet, London, John, &, Arthur, Arch, 1817-1833, This artwork features a botanical study of **Cephalanthus trisandrus**, showcasing its leaves and clusters of small flowers. The elongated, glossy green leaves are arranged symmetrically along the stem, reflecting the plant's delicate structure. The floral arrangement is presented with intricate detail, highlighting the small, white or cream-colored blossoms that are clustered together. The background provides a subtle contrast, enhancing the focus on the natural beauty and intricate features of the plant. The artist's attention to detail captures the essence of this species, allowing viewers to appreciate the complexity of its biological form.

Moroccan gum tree, Acacia gummifera. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Guimpel from Dr. Friedrich Gottlob Hayne's Medical Botany, Berlin, 1822. Hayne (1763-1832) was a German botanist, apothecary and professor of pharmaceutical botany at Berlin University.

The botanical cabinet London, John & Arthur Arch, 1817-1833, A botanical illustration depicting the Aconitum rostratum, commonly known as the hooded monkshood. The plant features tall, slender stems adorned with deep purple flowers that have a distinctive shape, resembling hoods. The leaves are palmate and finely divided, showcasing a vibrant green hue. The detailed rendering highlights the intricate structure of both the flowers and foliage, emphasizing the plant's unique characteristics. Beneath the illustration, the botanical name is elegantly written, adding to the scholarly presentation of this fascinating species.

Fleawort. Miller, Joseph, 1668 or 1669-1748. Botanical illustrations, Prints. 1739. Manuscripts and Archives Division. Botany, Botany, Medical

Silk plant (Asclepias Syriaca); Swalmen root. / AsclePras hijbrundinaria.zijdeplant or swallow root. Numbered at the top right: 252. Above the name in four languages. Part of the third album with drawings of flowers and plants. Tenth of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, made by Emperor Rudolf II. With explanation in Dutch, Latin and French.

Hemlock, Conium maculatum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards for William Curtis's "Lectures on Botany, as delivered in the Botanic Garden at Lambeth," 1805. Edwards (1768-1819) was the artist of thousands of botanical plates for Curtis' "Botanical Magazine" and his own "Botanical Register.".

Curtis's Botanical Magazine, London, New York, botanical illustration, botany, periodicals, pictorial works, plants ornamental, Curtis, A botanical illustration featuring a slender stem adorned with small green leaves arranged in pairs along its length. At the upper section, delicate clusters of tiny red flowers bloom, adding a pop of color. The plant exhibits a fine, detailed structure, showcasing the subtle variations in leaf shape and the intricate patterns on the petals of the flowers. The background includes faint text, suggesting its documentation in a botanical reference. A label at the top indicates the specimen number, hinting at its classification within a larger collection of botanical studies.

English, Botany, Coloured, Figures, Of, British, Plants, London, R. Hardwicke, 1863-1886, Great Britain, Pictorial, Works, Plants, This illustration features the plant Polygonum aviculare, commonly known as Ray's Knot-grass. The detailed botanical representation showcases the plant's distinct characteristics, including its slender stems that extend horizontally with small, smooth leaves. Delicate pink flowers are depicted blooming among the foliage, emphasizing the plant's reproductive structures. In the lower section, a root system is illustrated, providing insight into the plant's growth and anchorage, while a seed is shown on the side, highlighting its reproductive cycle. The accompanying text includes the species name and identification number, reflecting the scientific classification of this herbaceous plant.

Arum lily, Arum maculatum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus' Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse, (Handbook of all medical-pharmaceutical plants), Jena, 1876.

Flore d'Oware et de Benin, en Afrique Paris, Imprimerie de Fain jeune et compagnie, 1804-1807 Africa West, botany, Nigeria, Combretum racemosum, A botanical illustration featuring the plant species Codringtonia backersonum. The composition displays a detailed depiction of the plant's leaves and fruits. The leaves are vibrant and lush, showcasing a rich green hue with elegant veins. Prominently featured are two round, plump fruits, positioned centrally, exhibiting a smooth texture. Above the fruits, delicate white flowers with slender petals are delicately illustrated, adding a touch of softness to the scene. At the bottom, a small insect is presented, complementing the overall naturalistic theme. An elegant label beneath identifies the species, adding a scholarly touch to the artwork.

Greater knapweed, Centaurea scabiosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by James Sowerby from James Smith's English Botany, London, 1792.

Common sow thistle, Sonchus oleraceus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smith's English Botany, 1801.

Jagged flowered catchfly, Oberna lacera (Silene lacera). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after a drawing by John Curtis for Samuel Curtis' continuation of William Curtis' Botanical Magazine, London, 1821.

White water lily, Nymphaea alba, with leaf, flower, seedpod and seeds. Handcoloured stipple copperplate engraving by Lambert Junior from a drawing by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin from Chaumeton, Poiret and Chamberet's "La Flore Medicale," Paris, Panckoucke, 1830. Turpin (1775~1840) was one of the three giants of French botanical art of the era alongside Pierre Joseph Redoute and Pancrace Bessa.

Four plants, including a fritillary (Fritillaria) and a wood buttercup (Ranunculus nemorosus): flowering stems. Etching by N. Robert, c. 1660, after himself.

European larch tree, Larix decidua. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from a botanical illustration by James Sowerby from William Woodville and Sir William Jackson Hooker's "Medical Botany," John Bohn, London, 1832. The tireless Sowerby (1757-1822) drew over 2, 500 plants for Smith's mammoth "English Botany" (1790-1814) and 440 mushrooms for "Coloured Figures of English Fungi " (1797) among many other works.

Great celandine, Chelidonium majus. Handcoloured stipple copperplate engraving by Lambert Junior from a drawing by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin from Chaumeton, Poiret et Chamberet's "La Flore Medicale," Paris, Panckoucke, 1830. Turpin (1775~1840) was one of the three giants of French botanical art of the era alongside Pierre Joseph Redoute and Pancrace Bessa.

A plant (Carduus species) related to scotch thistle: flowering stem with root. Watercolour.

Hemlock (Conium maculatum), William Catto (Aberdeen, Scotland, 1843 - 1927) 1915

Flore pittoresque et medicale des Antilles, ou, Histoire naturelle des plantes usuelles des colonies francaises, anglaises, espagnoles, et portugaises, Paris, Ches l'Editeur,1833, botany, medicinal plants, pictorial works, west indies, An illustrated botanical study featuring a branch of the Campeche tree, known for its vibrant flowers and distinctive leaves. The design includes detailed depictions of the yellow flowers clustered at the tips of the branches, alongside lush, compound leaves that showcase their serrated edges. At the bottom left, two flowers are illustrated with their petal structures clearly defined, while a pod containing seeds is prominently displayed beside them. Additionally, the cross-section of the tree trunk is represented, highlighting its unique wood grain and texture. All elements are labeled, providing a clear identification of the species and its characteristics.

English, botany, Coloured, figures, British, plants, London, R. Hardwicke, 1863-1886, Great Britain, pictorial, works, plants, An intricately illustrated botanical drawing of a plant, showcasing its leafy green stems and delicate white flowers. The plant appears to emerge from a bulbous root, which is partially visible at the base. Surrounding the main subject are small floral buds and faint, detailed annotations that provide scientific information about the species. The artwork reflects a blend of natural beauty and botanical precision, capturing the essence of the plant in a vivid and informative manner.

Cobweb houseleek, Sempervivum arachnoideum. Handcolured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from William Curtis' The Botanical Magazine, Lambeth Marsh, London, 1787.

Juda Medal (Lunaria annua) Paesch flowers. / Bulbonak. / Bulbonach. (title on object), Juda Medal. Numbered top right: 300. Right the name in three languages. Part of the fourth album with drawings of flowers and mushrooms. Eleventh of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II. With explanations in Dutch, Latin and French, Anselmus Boetius de Boodt, 1596 - 1610, paper, watercolor (paint), deck paint, chalk, ink, pen, h 247 mm × w 168 mm

Myrrhis annua Semine striato laevi = Mirride, o Cerfoglio Selvaggio = Le Cerfeuil. Sweet Chervil. Bonelli, Giorgio, 1724-1803/4. Prints. 1772 - 1793. Rare Book Division. Plants, Flowers, Medicinal plants, Botany , Italy , Rome, Botany, Medical , Italy , Rome

Meadow sweet. Miller, Joseph, 1668 or 1669-1748. Botanical illustrations, Prints. 1739. Manuscripts and Archives Division. Botany, Botany, Medical

Columbine Blossoms and Buds, Plate 12, Engraving on paper, Columbine blossoms and buds., France, 18th century, Print, Print

Wayside, and, woodland, blossoms, London, F, Warne, 1895, Great Britain, wildflowers, identification, botany, Vicia, sativa, A botanical illustration showcasing the Common Vetch, scientifically identified as Vicia sativa. The illustration features a detailed representation of the plant's delicate leaves, which are slender and compound, with small leaflets arranged along a stem. Vibrant pink flowers are depicted, clustering at the ends of the stems, contributing to the plants appeal. Below the flowers, there are elongated seed pods that hint at the reproductive aspects of the plant. The labeling at the bottom identifies the plant by its common name and scientific classification within the leguminous family, providing valuable information for botanical study and appreciation.

Maire-Tawake, circa 1885, New Zealand, by Sarah Featon.

Atlas de poche des plantes des champs, des prairies et des bois Paris, 1894, plant, tree, olive, Wood's Hole, botany, flowering plant, Olea europaea, Olea, Oleaceae, eudicots, Lamiales, asterids, pictorial works, Olea europaea, Asia plant, Africa plant, Europe plant, North America plant, South America plant, An illustration of an olive tree branch featuring dark green leaves and clusters of rounded, dark fruit. The botanical details are elegantly rendered, showcasing the distinct shape and texture of the leaves alongside the olives. At the top, there is text that includes information about the olive tree, specifically noting its cultivation in the Mediterranean regions of France, including Corsica and Algeria. It also mentions the blooming period in May and the fruiting months of September and October, along with the scientific nomenclature for the olive tree, highlighting its significance in agricultural and botanical studies.

Populago flore pleno = Calendola acquatica = Le Souci de Marais. Marsh Marigold. Bonelli, Giorgio, 1724-1803/4. Prints. 1772 - 1793. Rare Book Division. Plants, Flowers, Medicinal plants, Botany , Italy , Rome, Botany, Medical , Italy , Rome

Wind flower or meadow anemone, Pulsatilla nigricans. Handcoloured stipple copperplate engraving by Lambert Junior from a drawing by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin from Chaumeton, Poiret et Chamberet's "La Flore Medicale," Paris, Panckoucke, 1830. Turpin (1775~1840) was one of the three giants of French botanical art of the era alongside Pierre Joseph Redoute and Pancrace Bessa.

Mountain avens (Dryas geoides): entire flowering and fruiting plant with separate floral segments. Coloured engraving after F. von Scheidl, 1776.

Bird's nest anthurium, Anthurium coriaceum. Native to Brazil, plant brought by Captain Robert Graham of H. M. Packet-Service from Rio de Janeiro in 1824. Coriaceous pothos, Pothos coriaceus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Joseph Swan after a botanical illustration by Robert Kaye Greville from William Jackson Hooker's Exotic Flora, William Blackwood, Edinburgh, 1827.

Water crowfoot, Ranunculus aquatilis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by James Sowerby from James Smith's English Botany, London, 1793.

Lupine (lupine); Fetch beans. / Lupine. / Lupines..wild lupine. Numbered at the top right: 273. Hereby also the name in six languages. Part of the third album with drawings of flowers and plants. Tenth of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, made by Emperor Rudolf II. With explanation in Dutch, Latin and French.

Blue sophora, Sophora australis, with pale blue flowers from Asia and America.. Illustration by Henrietta Moriarty from "Fifty Plates of Greenhouse Plants" (1807), a re-issue of her own "Viridarium" (1806), with handcoloured copperplate engravings. Moriarty was a colonel's widow who turned to writing novels and illustrating botanical books to support her four children.

Goose-grass or cleavers, Galium aparine. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smith's English Botany, 1800.

English, botany, or Coloured figures of British plants, London, R. Hardwicke,1863-1886, Great Britain, pictorial works, plants, A botanical illustration featuring the Salix amygdaloides, commonly known as the Violet Willow. The composition includes two elongated branches with elongated, lance-shaped leaves displaying a rich green color. Alongside the branches, there are distinctive catkins, which are fuzzy and cylindrical in shape, indicative of the flowering stage of the willow. The illustration also includes a detailed depiction of the unique structures associated with the plant, emphasizing its natural beauty and the intricacies of its reproductive features.

Thornless Burnet rose with small white and yellow flowers (Rosa pimpinelli folia inermis).. Rosier pimprenelle a tiges sans epines. Hand-colored, octavo-size stipple copperplate engraving from Pierre Joseph Redoute's "Les Roses" 1828.

Seven British garden plants: flowering stems and floral segments. Coloured etching, c. 1833.

The Botanical magazine, or Flower-garden displayed, 1790-1800, botany, periodicals, pictorial works, Curtis, flowers, Lycium japonicum, Serissa japonica, Serissa, taxonomy: family = Rubiaceae, Tree of a Thousand Stars, Snowbush, geo: continent = Asia, China, Japan, India, Japanese Boxthorn, John Sims, Sydenham Teast Edwards, A delicate botanical illustration features a slender stem adorned with vibrant green leaves and small, several-petaled flowers. The flowers exhibit a soft pink hue with subtle white accents, prominently showcasing their intricate structure. Each leaf displays a fine texture and is arranged alternately along the stem. Below the illustration, a notation indicates the number '361,' perhaps signifying its place in a collection or catalog. The delicate depiction highlights the beauty of the plant, inviting viewers to appreciate the details of its form and color.

Common wood sorrel, Oxalis acetosella. Handcoloured zincograph by C. Chabot drawn by Miss M. A. Burnett from her "Plantae Utiliores: or Illustrations of Useful Plants," Whittaker, London, 1842. Miss Burnett drew the botanical illustrations, but the text was chiefly by her late brother, British botanist Gilbert Thomas Burnett (1800-1835).

Cucumber (cucumis sativus); Concommer. / Cucumer. / Cornichon .. Cucumber. Branch with leaves, flower and some fruits. At the top right numbered: 160. With the fruit the Latin name. Part of the second album with drawings of flowers and plants. Ninth of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, made by Emperor Rudolf II. With explanation in Dutch, Latin and French.

Snowball plant, Saussurea gossypiphora (Aplotaxis gossypina). Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire's Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe, Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l'Europe, Ghent, Belgium, 1862-65.

Clustered dock (rumex conglomeratus), William Catto (Aberdeen, Scotland, 1843 - 1927) 1915

Tagasaste or tree lucerne, Silky cytisus, Cytisus proliferus. Handcoloured botanical engraving from John Sims' Curtis's Botanical Magazine, Couchman, London, 1816.

Chrysanthemum, Anthemis artemisiaefolia, native to China. Handcoloured stipple engraving on copper by Barrois from a botanical illustration by Pancrace Bessa from Mordant de Launay's "Herbier General de l'Amateur," Audot, Paris, 1820. The Herbier was published from 1810 to 1827 and edited by Mordant de Launay and Loiseleur-Deslongchamps. Bessa (1772-1830s), along with Redoute and Turpin, is considered one of the greatest French botanical artists of the 19th century.

Tufted horse-shoe vetch, Hippocrepis comosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraved by Charles Mathews from a drawing by Isaac Russell from William Baxter's "British Phaenogamous Botany," Oxford, 1840. Scotsman William Baxter (1788-1871) was the curator of the Oxford Botanic Garden from 1813 to 1854.

English, botany, or Coloured Figures of British Plants, London, R. Hardwicke, 1863-1886, Great Britain, pictorial works, plants, A detailed illustration of the Sow-thistle plant, showcasing its distinctive features. The plant has a sturdy stem with various spiny, jagged leaves that are arranged alternately. The upper part of the stem supports bright yellow flowers that are typical of the dandelion family, radiating from prominent flower heads. Above, fluffy seed heads are ready to disperse, indicating the plant's reproductive stage. The roots are depicted, emphasizing the plant's robust structure. This illustration captures the intricate details of the Sow-thistle, highlighting its unique morphology and ecological importance.

Print, Spray of Flowers; Designed by Jean-Baptiste Pillement (French, 1728-1808); Print Maker: Pierre-Charles Canot (French, 1710 - 1777); Published by Charles Leviez (French, 1708-1778); France; etching on laid paper

Twee tulpen met schelp en groot blad. P. Schilter / Kamuseta (title on object). Draughtsman: Jacob Marrel (mentioned on object). Dating: 1639. Measurements: h 265 mm × w 335 mm. Museum: Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.

Flowers Boughs, from 'Divers Bouquets d'Aprés Nature', Jean-Baptiste Pillement, French, 1728-1808, Etching on paper, France, 1728-1808, Print, Print

Monsonia patersonii or Monsonia sp., 1777 - 1786 drawing On the left of leaf: Geranium (Monsonia SP) without flowers or leaves. paper. pencil. chalk. watercolor (paint) brush plants; vegetation

Maria Moninckx, Butterflies, Snake, Turtle and Flowering Agave, 1686-1757, watercolor and gouache on parchment, Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.

Le Règne végétal, Paris, L. Guérin, 1870-72, biobibliography, botany, pictorial works, plants, An intricate botanical illustration features a prominent tree, labeled 'Abelmosch,' showcasing its lush foliage and distinctive flowers. Adjacent to the tree, a detailed depiction of the fruit reveals its elongated shape, with seeds displayed nearby. The composition highlights the plant's structure and essential elements, providing a visual exploration of Abelmoschus moschatus, commonly known for its aromatic qualities. The overall layout emphasizes a harmonious blend of the plant and its reproductive components, capturing the essence of botanical study.

Cotyledon major, also known as Umbelico di Venere or Nombril de Venus, is a plant commonly referred to as Pennywort. This work was published in Rome by Sumptibus Bouchard et Gravier between 1772 and 1793. The text includes references to plants, flowers, medicinal plants, and botany in Italy

Unknown plant. Stalk and leaves of an unknown plant. Numbered at the top right: 280. Part of the third album with drawings of flowers and plants. Tenth of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, made by Emperor Rudolf II. With explanation in Dutch, Latin and French.

English botany, or Coloured figures of British plants, London, R. Hardwicke, 1863-1886, Great Britain, pictorial works, plants, This illustration features the plant Linaria purpurea, commonly known as Purple Toadflax. The detailed depiction includes several aspects of the plant: a tall spike of purple flowers, slender green leaves arranged along the stem, and individual flower components. Alongside the main plant, there are smaller illustrations showcasing the flower's structure and a seed. The scientific name is clearly labeled, enhancing the botanical focus of the artwork.

Leaves with caterpillars and butterflies. Leaves with caterpillars and various butterflies.

Our native ferns, or A history of the British, species and their varieties, London, Groombridge, 1865-1867, ferns, Great Britain, A beautifully detailed illustration of a fern, showcasing the intricate patterns and delicate fronds characteristic of the Polypodium Alpinum species. The leaves are elegantly arranged, displaying a variety of textures and shapes. The composition highlights the natural symmetry and artistry found in botanical forms, emphasizing the graceful curve of the stem and the layered arrangement of the leaflets. Above the fern, the name 'Polypodium Alpinum' is clearly labeled, providing a scientific identification of this captivating plant.

Nettle leaved bellflower, Campanula trachelium. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by James Sowerby from James Smith's English Botany, London, 1791.

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

Thistle, draughtsman: Aert Schouman, (mentioned on object), Netherlands, 1725 - 1792, paper, brush, h 412 mm × w 266 mm

Five flowering plants, including milkwort (Polygala vulgaris) and sea heath (Frankenia laevis). Chromolithograph by W. Dickes & co., c. 1855.

Sea or sweet alyssum (Lobularia maritima (L.) Desv.): flowering plant arising from earth mound with separate floral segments. Coloured etching by M. Bouchard, 177-.

Two Roses and Two Small Flowers. Artist: Anonymous, French, 19th century. Dimensions: sheet: 7 7/8 x 7 7/16 in. (20 x 18.9 cm). Date: 19th century. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Cork oak, Quercus suber. The Cork Tree. Copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by John Miller (Johann Sebastian Muller) from John Evelyns Sylva, or A Discourse of Forest Trees and the Propagation of Timer, J. Dodsley, London, 1776.

Three thistle (Carlina vulgaris), Aver wurtel. / Cartina Humilis / Carline (title on object), Three Thistle. Numbered top right: 327. At the top the name in three languages. Part of the fourth album with drawings of flowers and mushrooms. Eleventh of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II. With explanations in Dutch, Latin and French, Anselmus Boetius de Boodt, 1596 - 1610, paper, watercolor (paint), deck paint, chalk, ink, pen, h 235 mm × w 165 mm

L'Illustration horticole, Gand, Belgium, Imprimerie et lithographie de F. et E. Gyselnyck, 1854-1896, floriculture, gardening, greenhouses, horticulture, periodicals, A detailed botanical illustration featuring the Thuja occidentalis, commonly known as the Eastern Arborvitae. The artwork captures the intricate details of the tree's foliage, showcasing its fan-like, layered branches with small, rounded cones. Surrounding the main depiction are additional sketches, including cones and leaf structures, providing a comprehensive view of the species' reproductive elements. The delicate green and brown hues highlight the natural beauty of this conifer, emphasizing its importance in both ecological systems and ornamental gardens.

Garden varieties of the Persian buttercup, Ranunculus asiaticus. Handfinished chromolithograph by Henry Noel Humphreys after an illustration by Jane Loudon from Mrs. Jane Loudon's Ladies Flower Garden of Ornamental Perennials, William S. Orr, London, 1849.

Print marked top right: Pag. 324., Title Page and Eight Prints with Flowers Iris Iris / Lisch , print maker: Caspar Luyken, publisher: Jan Claesz ten Hoorn, Amsterdam, 1698, paper, etching, h 140 mm × w 80 mm

Ivy (Hedera helix), Veijl. / hedera helix velarborea / Lierre. (title on object), Hedera. Numbered top right: 304. Top left the name in eight languages. Part of the fourth album with drawings of flowers and mushrooms. Eleventh of twelve albums with drawings of animals, birds and plants known around 1600, commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II. With explanations in Dutch, Latin and French, plants and herbs: ivy, Anselmus Boetius de Boodt, 1596 - 1610, paper, watercolor (paint), deck paint, chalk, ink, pen, h 270 mm × w 152 mm

March violet and orange, crispijn van de passe (i) (attributed to), after crispijn van de passe (i), 1600 - 1604 print March violet (Viola Odorata) and orange (Citrus aurantiaca), numbered 51 and 52. paper engraving flowers: violet. botany. fruits: orange

Hedge hyssop (Gratiola officinalis L.): entire flowering plant with separate floral sections. Coloured etching by M. Bouchard, 1774.

Reseda luteola, Dyers rocket, Genista tinctoria, Dyers broom. Handcolored copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration from G. T. Wilhelm's "Unterhaltungen aus der Naturgeschichte" (Encyclopedia of Natural History), Vienna, 1816. Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm (1758-1811) was a Bavarian clergyman and naturalist in Augsburg, where the first edition was published.

Plants with Purple Flowers.

Plantes usuelles, indigènes et exotiques Paris, Duprat-Duverger, 1809., The illustration features a collection of delicate botanical studies showcasing various plant species. Each plant is meticulously rendered with detailed leaves, flowers, and stems. The arrangement includes: 1. In the top left corner, a plant with finely divided leaves and small white flowers, labeled as 'Rosa sp.' 2. Next to it, in the top center, another plant with round leaves and pink flowers, identified as 'Capraria maritima.' 3. The third plant in the top right is characterized by small white blooms with a distinct shape, referred to as 'Aquilegia vulgaris.' 4. In the middle row on the left, a plant identified as 'Euphorbia peplus

Seven British garden plants: flowering stems and some floral segments. Coloured etching, c. 1833.

Clary sage, Salvia selarea, Sauge sclaree. Handcoloured steel engraving by Debray after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr. Gerard and Francois Herincqs La Regne Vegetal: Flore Medicale, L. Guerin, Paris, 1864-1871.

Ligularia sibirica (Siberian cineraria, Cineraria sibirica). Handcoloured botanical engraving by Weddell from John Sims' Curtis's Botanical Magazine, Couchman, London, 1816.

TALCAHUANO. Location: JARDIN BOTANICO-DIBUJOS. MADRID. SPANIEN.

Bossiaea rufa. Native to Western Australia. Raised by nurseryman Hugh Low of Clapton. Few-leaved bossiaea, Bossiaea paucifolia. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after a botanical illustration by Sarah Drake from Edwards Botanical Register, continued by John Lindley, published by James Ridgway, London, 1843.

Curtis's Botanical Magazine, London, New York, botanical illustration, botany, periodicals, pictorial works, plants ornamental, Curtis, New South Wales, Australia, Walter Hood Fitch, Macrozamia corallipes, Macrozamia spiralis, cone, The illustration features a detailed botanical study of a unique plant species. On the right, two large, conical pine cones exhibit intricate scales and a vibrant array of colors, with hints of orange peeking through the green exterior. Adjacent to them, a slender, elongated cone stands tall, showcasing its smooth surface and prominent shape. Below these cones, the depiction of several round and oval seeds reveals their various forms and textures, while a small fruit, likely related to the plant, rests nearby. The surrounding foliage, characterized by long, narrow leaves, complements the overall composition, emphasizing the plant's tropical or subtropical origins. The labels and numbers provide a scientific context, suggesting an educational purpose for the

Juniper tree, Juniperus vulgaris, showing leaf, berry and stalk. Handcoloured stipple copperplate engraving by Lambert Junior from a drawing by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin from Chaumeton, Poiret and Chamberet's "La Flore Medicale," Paris, Panckoucke, 1830. Turpin (1775~1840) was one of the three giants of French botanical art of the era alongside Pierre Joseph Redoute and Pancrace Bessa.

Curtis's Botanical Magazine London New York etc. botanical illustration botany periodicals pictorial works plants ornamental Curtis Chrysanthemum indicum taxonomy: family= Asteraceae East Asia, A botanical illustration featuring a tall stem adorned with clusters of delicate flowers. The blooms exhibit soft pink tips that gradually transition to creamy white at the center, showcasing intricate petal formations. The flower heads are surrounded by lush green leaves that are lobed and serrated, providing a vibrant contrast to the floral display. The meticulous detailing captures the natural beauty and complexity of the plant, highlighting its importance in botanical studies. The background hints at a textured surface, adding depth to the overall presentation.

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