Framed Botanical Print

This item is a framed botanical print, featuring an arrangement of various floral and plant elements. The print is characterized by its somewhat muted color palette, primarily employing shades of gray, black, and subtle hints of red-purple for the tulip-like blooms and light yellow for smaller inflorescences. The central design depicts a bouquet-like cluster. Prominent within the composition are several closed or partially opened tulip-shaped flowers with striated petals, suggesting a detailed rendering technique. Interspersed among these are what appears to be a spike-like inflorescence with numerous tiny yellowish flowers, possibly a type of heather or similar plant, and two larger, broad-leafed flowers, one in the lower right, reminiscent of a geranium or similar species, also rendered in grayscale with delicate line work. The background of the print is a light, aged-looking beige or off-white. The craftsmanship indicates a fine art printing process, likely an engraving or lithograph, given the detailed lines and subtle color application. There are printed inscriptions at the bottom edge: on the left, it reads 'Compos&e et Grav&e par G. B&e. Deliaun&e.', suggesting the artist and engraver. On the right, likely 'éditeur, Rue des Francs-Bourgeois, No. 13.', indicating the publisher or printer's address. A number '16' is also visible at the bottom center. The print itself shows signs of age, with some slight discoloration or foxing visible in the beige background. It is housed within a simple, dark-colored frame, possibly wood, with a reflective, flat silver-colored inner border or mat, which appears to be metal or a metallic finish. The frame shows some minor wear consistent with age and handling. This item likely dates from the late 18th to mid-19th century, a common period for detailed botanical studies and prints. The overall condition suggests that it has been preserved, albeit with natural aging.

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