Scarlet Flowered Epacris 1839 antique lithograph hand color botanical print

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Scarlet Flowered Epacris 1839 antique lithograph Features

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About Scarlet Flowered Epacris 1839 Antique Lithograph

Epacris Coccineus Scarlet Flowered Epacris Issued 1839, London Beautiful original antique mid-19th century lithographed botanical print with original hand color heightened in gum arabic. Printed on quality period heavy paper which shows light signs of age, but, still retains its inherent structural flexibility and soundness. This particular type of engraved printing process was very laborious, involving long-apprenticed highly trained hand artisans. It also involved challenging hand-operated machinery, inking of plates, sheets of paper individually hung to dry, and other endless tasks and labor. Because of these and various other factors, this printed leaf is an interesting original artifact from an era long past. In near VG or better condition, remaining mostly clean, sheet lightly age-toned as typical, may exhibit trivial minor scattered foxing / age spotting, but, a nice rich impression and rather well-preserved given the age. Still pleasant to hold and inspect this sheet in person. Please inspect photos closely, any small or minor age flaws to the printed surface area should be visible within picture provided. [note: We grade very conservatively and always seek to disclose any noteworthy flaws. We are doing our best to show describe this item so you are happy when it arrives.] In all, remains a fascinating antique printed image any collector, dealer, curator or institution would be pleased to own / display. Sheet measures c. 6" W x 8 7/8" H. Printed area measures c. 3 1/2" W x 6" H. [67202]