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Large-Flowered Pansies Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century

Name: Large-Flowered Pansies Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century
Brand: Original Botanical Prints
SKU: f_41290762
Price: 160 USD
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Date: Not stated
Sheet size: 9.4 × 6.3 in (24 × 16 cm)
Condition: Good. The condition of this print is good, with vibrant colors and clear details that have been well-preserved over time. General age-related toning, creases and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scans carefully.
Collection: Flowers
Stock no.: f_41290762

Large-Flowered Pansies Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century

This vibrant botanical illustration showcases various cultivars of large-flowered pansies (Viola tricolor var. hortensis), known for their striking and colorful blooms.

Measuring approximately 24 x 16 cm (9.5 x 6.5 inches), this print is part of the famous "Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l'Europe," a collection by Louis van Houtte, a leading 19th-century Belgian horticulturist. Van Houtte's work is renowned for its detailed and colorful depictions of plants, capturing the beauty of various species and cultivars with precision.

The illustration features several named pansy varieties, each with its distinct color pattern and structure:

1. General Williams (Dobson)

2. Napoléon III (Miellez)

3. Magpie (H. De May)

4. Solferino (Miellez)

5. Diamond (Dobson)

6. Princesse Mathilde (Miellez)

The pansies are depicted with their large, velvety petals in combinations of deep purples, yellows, and whites, displaying the intricate patterns that make them popular in gardens. Each flower is meticulously illustrated to show the unique characteristics of its variety.

This lithograph, produced using the lithography technique with original hand coloring, captures the vibrant hues and fine details of the pansies.

The print remains in excellent condition, with the colors still vivid and the details sharply defined, reflecting the high quality of Louis van Houtte's botanical works and their careful preservation over time.

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