set of 6 antique botanist's specimens, english, framed, dried grasses, victorian

Our Stock # 18.9688

This is set of 6 antique botanist's specimens. An English, mounted dried grass display, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1850.

• Nicely preserved mid 19th century plant life, with appealing presentation
• Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order behind clear glass
• Skilfully dried in period and mounted within tasteful, later frames
• Six different specimens present, each annotated with its Latin name
• Also annotated with the date of gathering, between 1842 and 1849
• Samples noted as being gathered in Kew Gardens and Asia
• Dressed to the rear with mounting cups for ease of hanging

This is a fascinating set of 6 antique botanist's specimens, the  decorative grasses displayed neatly within tasteful later frames. A pleasingly natural decorative set, delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 33.5cm (13.25'')
Max Depth: 2.5cm (1'')
Max Height: 50.5cm (20'')

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Set Of 6 Antique Botanist's Specimens, English, Framed, Dried Grasses, Victorian

Antiques.co.uk Ref: JKGHXJBJD

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