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Pl 248 (Pink Phlox) The British Flower Garden. London, 1823-29. $110.00

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Pl. 248 (Pink Phlox)

The full title of the work continues with a description of the plants included which are “the most ornamental and curious hardy herbaceous plants, including annuals, biennials and perennials &c.” E.D. Smith was the artist who painted the flowers which were then engraved by Weddell and beautifully hand colored.

Hand colored engraving.
9 x 6 inches, sheet.
Excellent condition.