Botanical Floral Prints, Varidarium Reformatum, 1719

Frankfurt, Germanic States 1719

3 floral botanical hand colored engravings from the Varidarium Reformatum, puiblished in Frankfurt in 1719. One of irises, one snowflakes and one of daises. These have a simple narrow gold frame and double matting.

Price

$950/for the three

Condition

Very good antique condition. Light toning, very light foxing and some minor shallow creasing, good color.

Measurements

Frames 20.75" X 15.75" - plate size 11.5" X 7"

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