MERLINS GRASS Isoetes Lacustris Original Antique Botanical Engraving Sowerby1802

An original, hand-coloured copperplate botanical engraving entitled ,

ISOETES LACUSTRIS

Merlin's Grass or Lake Quillwort

 

by James Sowerby 1802 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 ( 1802) 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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