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Sweet Scabious MBO119 $95
Each print measures approximately 7 by 9 inches

In 1825, Benjamin Maund started the publication of a new periodical, The Botanic Garden. His desire, in the spirit so very true to the era, was to create a work combining, “accurate scientific instruction with an occasional appeal to the imagination and to the moral and religious feelings.” The work is of a precision, beauty and intense color unrivalled in all of botanical illustration. The plates are by Mrs E. Bay, Misses E. & S. Maund, E D Smith & Mills & engraved by S Watts. This edition is unusual in that it has only one flower on the page, instead of the usual four & is bordered by a delightfully decorative frame. References include Nissen 222; Great Flower Books 1990,p.160; Blount p. 266.

We are currently offering a selection of prints from the special edition of this work, in the quarto edition size, measuring approximately 7 by 9 inches. All plates in this series are ORIGINAL HAND COLORED engravings and of the utmost delicacy and beauty. Each flower is a little jewel of skillful artistry. The condition of the plates is excellent with paper strong and not brittle and still quite white. The plates are bright and clean with very fine coloring. It is remarkable for a work that is almost 200 years old. Each print is accompanied by the descriptive text. The photos are very accurate, so please review carefully.

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