Old engraving of flowers

Patrick Serouge

Description

Original 18th century etching and mezzotint.
The first collection of flowers engraved in color.
Tiny foxing from time.
Very good condition.
Sheet size: 38.5 x 23.5 cm.

This botanical publication is based on the work of Johann Weinmann or Duidelyke Vertoning. It was published in Amsterdam by Zacharias Romberg between 1736 and 1748 and is recognized as the masterpiece of 18th century botanical publishing.
The work contained more than 1000 mezzotint prints (one copper plate per coloured ink), and for some proofs watercolour highlights.

Price upon request

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Patrick Serouge
www.cartes-livres-anciens.com
Marché Serpette
Allée 4 Stand 15
 +33(0)6 12 89 90 97

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