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Edwardian Blossoms: A Triptych of Garden Elegance, 1896
$385 (£290, €340)
Period original, not a reproduction.
Shipped from the Netherlands, flat, insured and tracked, worldwide. Returns accepted within 14 days.
- Date
- 1896
- Size
- 6.1 × 9.5 in (15.4 × 24.2 cm)
- Condition
- Very good, given age. Each print comes with a protective sheet. Please study scan carefully.
- Period
- Late 19th century
- Section
- Botanical
- Reference
- f_38462702
"Edwardian Blossoms: A Triptych of Garden Elegance"
Indulge in the timeless beauty of Edward Step's "Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse", an exquisite collection of botanical illustrations from 1896. This trio of antique prints captures the refined elegance of Victorian horticulture, each print a vibrant testament to the era's fascination with garden splendors.
Crafted with the utmost precision, these chromolithographs showcase the intricate beauty of each species, from the delicate veins in a petal to the subtle gradients of color. Step's work is not just a scientific record; it is a celebration of the diversity and beauty of the natural world, a series that garden enthusiasts and art collectors alike have admired for over a century.
Each print is an original piece from the esteemed publication, which was lauded for its attention to detail and botanical accuracy. The techniques employed in creating these prints were the pinnacle of printing technology at the time, resulting in images that are as vibrant now as they were when first published.
This set includes three meticulously selected prints, each portraying a different genus, allowing for a diverse representation of Step's work. These prints, ideal for framing, would add a touch of Edwardian grace to any room or gallery.
Presented side by side, they create a panoramic display of botanical artistry, a tribute to the enduring legacy of Edward Step and the everlasting allure of flowers.
