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British Rushes, Pair of Victorian Botanical Engravings, 1873
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British Rushes, Pair of Victorian Botanical Engravings, 1873

$305 (£230, €270)

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Date
1873
Size
9.6 × 5.5 in (24.4 × 14 cm)
Condition
Good. Light toning; clean images.
Period
Late 19th century
Section
Botanical
Reference
f_48053322

British Rushes, Pair of Victorian Botanical Engravings, 1873

Description:

This cohesive pair highlights upright rush forms with delicate detailing. Their symmetry and scale make them ideal for narrow wall spaces or vertical arrangements.

Produced in 1873, they exemplify the quiet elegance of Victorian botanical illustration.

Condition:

Light toning; clean images.

Framing tips:

Pale grey mats with natural wood frames.

Technique: Hand-colored engraving

Maker: Anne Pratt, England, 1873