(Carnation) Hortus Floridus. Utrecht, 1614-1617. $495.00

"Garyophyllo maxima..."

A masterpiece of botanical illustration Hortus Floridus was published in the early 17th century. It was primarily compiled by Crispijn van de Passe junior (1589-1670), a member of a family of well-known Utrecht draughtsmen and engravers. His father and brothers also contributed to the work. Comprising 104 plates showing different garden flowers arranged by season, the book was intended to provide inspiration for garden lovers, who were invited to color in the black and white copperplate engravings themselves according to the colors they found in their own gardens.

Hand colored copperplate engraving, Latin text on reverse.
6.5 x 9.5 inches sheet
Excellent condition.