An original, hand-coloured copperplate botanical engraving entitled , 


LYCOPODIUM CLAVATUM

Staghorn Club Moss


 by James Sowerby 1794 for


" An Analysis of the British Ferns & Their Allies",

by George Francis


Which was published  in 1837, London  by Simkin, Marshall & Co 


  These fine, vibrant engravings, known for their fine details and delicate colouring , are highly desirable, superbly decorative & quite rare, so they are considered very collectible. 


Fine condition. Credited & dated  ( 1794) within the plate.


Measuring approx. approx 8.5"x 5 "( 200mm x 130mm) overall.

 

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A GENUINE ANTIQUE PRINT GUARANTEED OVER 200 YEARS OLD FROM LINDISFARNE PRINTS

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