William Curtis The Botanical Magazine “Ever Blowing Rose” ~ Plate 284

Description: The Botanical Magazine antique engraving by William Curtis titled “Ever Blowing Rose”, plate 284. Dated December 1, 1794. This plate 284 is rare to find. This etching is almost 230 years old. There is some foxing.William Curtis began publication of the Botanical Magazine in February 1787, and it continued almost without interruption for 160 years. After Curtis edited the first 13 volumes, the publication continued under the editors: John Simms (1800-1826), William Jackson Hooker (1827-1865) and Joseph Dalton Hooker (1865-1904). The images were engraved and hand-colored by many artists including Sydenham Edwards, William Graves, James Sowerby, John Curtis, William Jackson Hooker, W.H. Fitch, Matilda Smith, Lillian Snelling and Stella Rose Craig. The plates are known for their fine detail and delicate hand coloring. The etchings are all copper engravings to Volume 70 & then stone or zinc lithography until the introduction of color printing in 1948. It is the longest running botanical magazine and was entirely hand colored until 1948. References: Blunt (1994) pp 211 - 217, Great Flower Books pp 156 - 157, Nissen BPI 2350, Staflue 1290.These Curtis etchings are particularly prized for their lavish, beautifully hand-colored large illustrations principally by Sydenham Teak Edwards, James Sowerby and William Kilburn. * PLEASE BE ADVISED, this is an estate item and the Seller has no direct personal knowledge of the items history or of its condition beyond visual inspection. Seller makes every effort to provide accurate and complete photos of each listed item for Buyers’ inspection prior to purchase. Any additional details that may be known by the seller regarding a specific item, will be stated in the item’s description section, to the best of sellers knowledge. The photos posted are of the actual item being sold, and any additional accessories that may be included, and should be thoroughly reviewed and relied upon by the Buyer prior to purchase. Product Condition: As a seller on eBay, I am committed to providing accurate and detailed information about the condition of the products I offer. I will clearly state whether the item is new, used, refurbished, or open box. Any significant defects, damages, or wear and tear will be accurately described to the best of my knowledge. Please review the product description and accompanying photos before making an offer or purchase.

Price: 85 USD

Location: Winter Park, Florida

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