Pair of Shell Lithographs by Botanical Artist John Matthew Moore

John Gould (English, 1804-1881), 'Ardetta Flavicollis', Australian Bittern, from 'Birds of Australia’, hand colored lithograph, published 1840-1848, framed.

Lansium Domesticum – Langsat Botanical Lithograph c.1863 This antique botanical print features Lansium domesticum, commonly known as langsat, lanzones, or buahluku. The lithograph beautifully illustrates a fruiting branch with clusters of round, pale yellowish-brown fruits hanging in groups beneath broad, glossy green leaves. The fruits, which grow directly from the woody stem, are shown both whole and in cross-section at the bottom of the print, revealing their translucent segmented flesh and seeds. The detailed scientific drawings provide additional clarity on the plant’s morphology, making this plate both decorative and educational. This print originates from Fleurs, fruits et feuillages choisis de la flore et de la pomone de l' Ile de Java peints d'après nature by Berthe Hoola Van Nooten...

Cassia Barbadensis & Cassia Marilandica – Botanical Engravings by John Martyn c.1728 This set of two antique botanical prints features detailed depictions of Cassia barbadensis and ...

John Gould (English, 1804-1881), 'Rufous Backed Egret, Ardea Rufsata', Cattle Erget, 1832-1837, hand colored lithograph from 'The Birds of Europe', fra...

Stunning and very decorative original French abstract lithograph depicting this wonderful range of shapes, patterns, colors and shapes. This work by the French painter who signs his ...

A pair of botanical photogravures by Karl Blossfeldt (German, b. 1914 - d. 1932), "Urformen der Kunst", First Edition 1929, Berlin. Mounted in a wonderful pair of chip carved Tramp A...

Sizygium Jambolanum – Java Plum Botanical Lithograph c.1863 This antique botanical print depicts Syzygium cumini, commonly known as the Malabar plum, Java plum, black plum, or jambolan. The lithograph shows a detailed branch laden with clusters of ripening fruits in various stages, from reddish-purple to deep black, hanging gracefully among glossy, broad elliptical leaves with pronounced veins. Below the main illustration are precise scientific drawings showing the flower structure, fruit cross-sections, and seeds, highlighting the botanical characteristics essential for study and classification. This lithograph originates from ‘Fleurs, fruits et feuillages choisis de la flore et de la Pomone de l' Ile de Java peints d'après nature’ by Berthe Hoola Van...

Theobroma Cacao – Cocoa Tree Botanical Lithograph c.1863 This antique botanical print depicts Theobroma cacao, known as the cacao tree or cocoa tree, the tropical plant from which cocoa beans are harvested to produce chocolate. The lithograph shows a detailed, naturalistic branch bearing a large ripe red cacao pod with its ribbed surface, along with unripe green pods and lush elliptical leaves with prominent veins. Surrounding the main illustration are finely rendered scientific details, including flower structures, seed forms, and cross-sections of the cacao pod, revealing its internal compartments filled with cocoa beans embedded in white pulp. This lithograph originates from ‘Fleurs, fruits et feuillages choisis de la flore et de la pomone de l' Ile de Java peints d'après nature’ by Berthe Hoola Van Nooten...

Annona Reticulata – Custard Apple Botanical Lithograph c.1864 This antique botanical print features Annona reticulata, commonly known as the custard apple, a tropical fruit tree prized for its sweet, creamy fruit. The illustration shows a thick branch with long, tapering leaves and a large brownish fruit with a scaly, net-like surface texture. Below the main illustration are two detailed scientific cross-sections of the fruit, revealing its segmented pulp filled with black seeds. One view displays a vertical slice showing seed cavities, while the other presents a top-down cross-section resembling a rosette of fruit cells – offering a striking visual insight into the fruit’s inner anatomy. This print is from Fleurs, fruits et feuillages choisis de la flore et de la Pomone de l' Ile de Java peints d'après nature by Berthe Hoola Van Nooten...

John Gould (British, 1804-1881), 'Bubulcus Russatus', Buff Backed Heron, from 'The Birds of Great Britain', hand colored lithograph, published 1...