Original copper engraving (by E.Sweetius/ E. Sweets) handcolored with motif plants hyacinth bulbs, it is the page from a book that was completed in Frankfurt a. Main in 1612:
width 26 cm and height 40 cm /
with frame W: 45 cm and H. 60 cm
490,- € VB incl. frame
and possibly plus insured shipping.
There are similar sheets e.g. see: Peter Harrington Antiquarian Bookseller/ UK at 100 Fulham Road, Chelsea, London SW3 6HS: Eight bulbs and eight flowering heads of varieties of grape hyacinths.
Also available for self-collection in 63263 N-I or Frankfurt/Rhine-Main area.
This is a private sale - all liability excluded.
Due to the age, approx. from 1612, slight discoloration, but only minimal, see photos.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsMulti ColorMaterialPaperNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeMediumHeight60 cmWidth40 cm