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Antique Print of the Myrtus or Myrtle Plant by Cook, 1803

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Antique Print of the Myrtus or Myrtle Plant by Cook, 1803

£100 ($135, €120)

Period original, not a reproduction.

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Date
1803
Size
9.4 × 5.5 in (24 × 14 cm)
Condition
Good
Period
Early 19th century
Section
Botanical
Reference
f_27895322

Antique botany print titled 'De Thee-Myrte'. Old botany print depicting the Myrtus or Myrtle plant. Originates from 'Reizen Rondom de Waereld door James Cook (..)'.

Artists and Engravers: Translated by J.D. Pasteur. Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef.

Condition: Very good, please study image carefully.

Date: 1803

Overall size: 14 x 24 cm.

Image size: 10 x 16 cm.

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