Hibiscus Botanical Lithograph by Carroll Sargent Tyson

This item is a limited edition botanical lithograph depicting a pink hibiscus, identified as a work by Carroll Sargent Tyson (1877–1956). The print features two large, light pink blossoms alongside multiple buds in various stages of maturity and several dark green leaves with visible veining. The artwork is executed in a delicate, realistic botanical style characteristic of early-to-mid 20th-century natural history illustration. The print is professionally framed in an elegant, stepped gold-gilt wood frame. It is presented behind glass with a sophisticated triple-matting arrangement, including an ornate floral-patterned border in shades of mauve and a thin burgundy interior accent line. Notable markings include a printed title 'Hibiscus' at the bottom center and a small block of descriptive text below it. The piece is hand-signed and numbered 83 of 1800, indicating its status as a collectible limited edition. The paper appears to be a high-quality heavyweight stock, showing consistent coloration with no obvious foxing or water damage, though light reflections on the glass suggest the surface remains well-preserved. This piece represents a high level of craftsmanship in both the original plate engraving and the subsequent lithographic reproduction, embodying a classic traditional aesthetic.