Botanical Rose Engraving “Rosen II” After Franz Theobald
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Beautiful early 19th-century botanical engraving depicting roses in bloom, delicately hand colored in shades of yellow, pink, and green. The plate is titled “Rosen II” and depicts several rose varieties with detailed foliage, blossoms, and developing buds. The lower margin bears the inscription “Nach d. Nat. gezeichn. v. Horny,” meaning “drawn from nature by Horny.” Presented in an antique giltwood frame with warm, aged patina.
Origin: Early 19th century; Germany.
Material: Hand-colored engraving on paper, antique giltwood frame
Dimensions: 14" L x 12" W
Condition: Good antique condition with expected age-related toning, foxing, and scattered spotting to the paper. Frame displays age-related wear and patina consistent with age and use. Please see photographs for details.