German School, circa 1800

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German School, circa 1800

Nasturtiums and Mint

inscribed 'a. Meliffen Melifsa b ... Nasturcium indicum.'--bodycolor on paper, watermark IV
14½ x 9 3/8in. (33 x 24.5cm.)

Lot Essay

Undoubtedly meant to be engraved for production of multiple impressions, this watercolor demonstrates the pedagogical importance of close observation and accuracy in redering for natural history before photographic reproduction.

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