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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