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Morels & Truffles, Antique Botanical Lithograph, European Fungi 1885
€220 ($245, £185, €220)
Period original, not a reproduction.
Shipped from the Netherlands, flat, insured and tracked, worldwide. Returns accepted within 14 days.
- Date
- 1885
- Size
- 12.6 × 16.5 in (32 × 42 cm)
- Condition
- Good. Good antique condition. Age-related toning; central fold as issued; minor edge wear.
- Period
- Late 19th century
- Section
- Botanical
- Reference
- f_48482772
What the condition grades mean
- Excellent
- Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
- Very good
- Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
- Good
- Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
- Fair
- Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Morels & Truffles, Antique Botanical Lithograph, European Fungi 1885
This densely illustrated lithograph from 1885 presents a comprehensive study of European fungi, including recognisable morels, truffle-like species, and related forms. The composition reflects the scientific ambitions of late 19th-century mycology, offering a broad visual catalogue of species.
Produced under the guidance of Dr. Wilhelm Fünfstück, the plate prioritises accuracy and comparative clarity. While more encyclopaedic in nature, the varied textures and organic forms give the image a distinctive visual rhythm.
This print appeals particularly to collectors of natural history and those seeking an authentic scientific illustration with historic character.
Original central fold present, as issued.
Condition report:
Good antique condition. Age-related toning; central fold as issued; minor edge wear.
Framing tips:
Frame with a generous mat and simple dark frame to give structure to the busy composition.
Technique: Lithograph
Maker: Dr. Wilhelm Fünfstück, Germany, 1885
