Overall size: 21 3/4" tall x 17" wide
This rare original 1641 botanical engraving by Theodor de Bry features a detailed study of an iris, rendered with exceptional clarity and precision. Created using a copperplate engraving technique and hand colored, the print reflects the high level of craftsmanship that defines De Bry’s 17th-century botanical works.
The composition presents the iris in multiple stages, including bloom, bud, stem, and root, offering both scientific interest and timeless visual appeal. The delicate hand coloring enhances the natural elegance of the flower while preserving the engraving’s fine linework.
The piece is professionally presented with French matting and set within an ornate, richly toned frame, making it a striking statement for traditional, botanical, or historic interiors.
A beautiful and collectible example of early botanical illustration, this engraving embodies the artistry and scholarly spirit of the mid-17th century.
Matting: Double matted
Bottom mats: 3”
Mat opening: 13 ¾" tall x 9” wide
Original antique prints. Not reproductions.
English